Red Fort
Delhi's most magnificent monument, the Red Fort,
was built by Emperor Shah Jehan, in 1638 A.D.
Enclosed in this glorious Fort is Diwan-i-am,
the hall meant for public audiences; Diwan-i-Khas,
where private audiences were granted; Rang Mahal,
the water cooled apartment of the royal ladies;
the Pearl Mosque, a lovely, ornate dream in
white marble.The Prime Minister of India addresses
the nation from this age old Fort, on the auspicious
day of India’s Independance.
Location : Opposite Chandni
Chowk
Opening Hours : Sunrise
Closing Hours : Sunset
Closing Day : Monday
Tickets(in Rs. only) Indians / Foreigners
: 5/100
Distance (Approx. in km.) From Connaught
Place : 6
|
