Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a historic fort in Old Delhi, built by Shah Jahan in 1639. It served as the residence of the Mughal emperors until 1857.
Also known as: Lal Qila
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
November to February
Languages
Hindi · English
Coordinates
28.656°, 77.241°
Key facts
1The fort is named for its red sandstone walls and is the site where the Indian flag is hoisted on Independence Day
2It is one of the most iconic symbols of Indian history and culture
3The fort complex includes several buildings, such as the Diwan-i-Aam, Diwan-i-Khas, and the Pearl Mosque
Timeline
1639: Construction of Red Fort began under Shah Jahan
1648: Red Fort was completed and became the main residence of the Mughal emperors
1857: The last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, was exiled after the Indian Rebellion of 1857, marking the end of the Mughal era in India
