Sound and Light show at Purana Quila
This historic Purana Qila, which has stood witness
to Delhi’s rejuvenation, periods of anarchy,
and the rise and fall of empires, is the venue
for the spectacular sound and light show which
brings alive the history of the capital. Amidst
the tranquillity of the splendidly panoramic
environs of Purana Qila select episodes from
the annals of Delhi’s historic and legendary
past are brought to life. The viewer is transported
centuries back in time to witness Draupadi being
reduced to a dasi of Hastinapur, the gallant
Prithviraj Chauhan gallooping away with the
beauteous Samyogita, Sher Shah Suri being blown
to bits by misfired cannon, the clash of a sword
weilded by the legendary Razia Sultan, Humanyun
tragically tumbling down the steps of his library,
Bahadur Shah Zafar surrendering to the British.
This is the story of the city of cities....
DELHI; of the site where a great empire rose
and fell before the dawn of history; where
citadels of emperors appeared and disappeared;
a city of mysterious eternity whose old ruins
proclaim a majestic and imperial past and
whose present pulsates vibrantly with the
ever flowing life force of India.
The eternal Jamuna bears witness to the glorious
and tumultuous 5,000-year-old history of Delhi.
A history which begins with the creation of
Indraprastha by the Pandavas and the transformation
of this barren gift of the Kauravas into an
idyllic haven.
A history which encompasses all the various
kings and emperors who fixed their royal citadels
here - Indraprastha, Lal Kot,Qila Rai Pithora,
Siri, Jahanpanah, Tughlakabad, Ferozabad,
Dinapanah, Delhi Sher Shahi or then Shahjahanabad.
But, combined and integrated into one, these
`new cities’ have always been called
Delhi and howsoever many names it may have
acquired, Delhi has always been intrinsically
identified with power and imperial sway.
These and many more such episodes out of
Delhi’s 5000-year-old saga can be relived
during this evocative 62 minutes son et lumiere.
Advanced technology has made it possible to
add special effects which combine with the
unique ambiance to make this show a hauntingly
unforgettable experience.
For details about the show contact : 24629365,
24603178.
| Timings of the show |
Hindi |
English |
| Sept to Oct |
7.00 - 8.00 PM |
8.30 - 9.30 PM |
| Nov. to Jan |
6.00 - 7.00 PM |
7.30 - 8.30 PM |
| Feb. to April |
7.00 - 8.00 PM |
8.30 - 9.30 PM |
| May to Aug |
7.30 - 8.30 PM |
9.00 - 10.00 PM |
Ticket Rs. 25/-
Show Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and
Sunday.
