In pictures: A tour of Delhi's Red Fort

A View of the Red Fort

The Red Fort, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, is one of the most striking and immediately distinguishable structures on the Delhi’s skyline.

Red fort’s red sandstone walls

This magnificent red sandstone structure consists of a sprawling collection of buildings which once served as the living quarters for the Mughal Emperors, their courtiers, family and staff.

Since no expense was spared in decorating the various buildings, they provide insight into the opulent lifestyle of the Mughal Emperors.

Naubat Khana

Naubat Khana Viewed from Diwan-i-Aam

Diwan-i-Aam

Within the enclosure of the red fort are located many fairytale buildings. The Diwan-i-Khas and the Diwan-i-Khas are the two most conspicuous buildings inside the Red Fort.

Red fort was attacked in 1739 by Persian invader Nadir Shah who carried back with him the ornate gold Peacock Throne.

After 1857 uprising, which is generally known as First War Indian Independence, the fort came under the control of the British army.

Throne within Diwan-i-Aam

Indian prime minister delivers an address and hoists the Indian flag from the Red Fort each August 15 to mark Indian Independence.

Plaque highlighting Red Fort's layout

Lal Mandir Delhi

Shri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir is the earliest and most well known Jain temple in New Delhi. It is located directly opposite the Red Fort, at the intersection of Chandni Chowk and Netaji Subhas Marg.

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