Delhi Red Fort Sightseeing Tour

Delhi Red Fort, one of the masterpieces of Mughal architecture is located in the Old Delhi region, erstwhile the part of the walled city Shahjahanabad. Built of red sandstone, Red Fort was the hub of the Mughal capital when it was shifted from Agra to Delhi in 1638. Built at a whooping cost of Rs 100 lakhs, this imposing building in Redstone has its walls that vary in height from 18m on river on Yamuna side to 33m on the city side.

There are various palaces inside the Fort. The three century Mughal rule came to an end at the Red Fort and it is from here that the first prime Minister of India, Jawaharlal Nehru declared India as a nation free from the clutch of the British. Delhi Red Fort is categorized into seven important parts such as the Diwan-e-Am, public audience hall, Diwan-e-Khas, hall of private audience, The Hammam, royal bath in Turkish style, Zenana, palace of the royal ladies, Khas Mahal, a three domed mosque, Hayat Bakhsh Bagh, a garden and Naubat Khana or Drum House, an arena for the royal musicians.

Today, Red Fort is one of the major attractions of Delhi tour attracting thousands of visitors every year. Each year, the Prime Minister of India addresses the nation on 15 August, the day India achieved independence from the British cluster Every evening a light-and-sound-show recreates the magic of Mughal history. When on a tour to this Delhi Tour Attractions don’t miss out to enjoy a memorable boat ride on the emerald waters of the Purana Qila moat with your loved ones.

Quick facts

Location: Old Delhi (present day Delhi)
Year of Construction: 1638- 1648
Built By: Shah Jahan
Significance: UNESCO World Heritage Site/ Powerful symbol of India's sovereignty
Construction System: Red Sand stone (Persian, European and Indian art)

Tourist Information

Timings: Open on all days except Monday, from sunrise to sunset (10 a.m - 4 p.m)
Best time to visit: October till March
How to reach: One can take the metro to Chandni Chowk and then walk/take cycle rickshaw

Today Delhi's Red Fort stands as proud symbols of Delhi's magnificence, alongside New Delhi's 21st century attractions. No travel to Delhi is complete without visiting this great architectural building. Compiled with Golden Triangle Tour you can explore this incredible façade for an incredible experience of lifetime.