Guided Tour of Red Fort, Delhi

By Prakash Joshi 3 Min Read
complete guide

 

Historical Background:

 

    • Explanation of the fort’s name: Red Fort, or Lal Qila.
    • Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan.
    • Construction period: 1628 to 1648 (10 years).
    • Description of the fort’s two main gates: Lahore Gate (public entrance) and another gate not open to the public.

 

Architectural Details:

 

    • Mention of the Red Sandstone used in construction, sourced from Rajasthan.
    • Fort’s walls and the Yamuna River’s historical connection.
    • Independence Day celebrations and the significance of the Prime Minister’s address from the fort.

 

Mughal History and British Rule:

 

    • Transition from Mughal rule to British control in 1857.
    • Period of British control until India’s independence in 1947.
    • Indian Army’s use of the fort from 1947 to 2003.
    • UNESCO World Heritage status awarded in 2007.

 

Notable Structures within the Red Fort:

 

    • Meena Bazaar

      • Historical market built by Shah Jahan for his queens.
      • Restricted access during the Mughal era.
    • British Barracks

      • Victorian architecture from the British period.
    • Diwan-i-Aam

      • Public audience hall for meetings between the emperor and the public.
      • Description of the hall’s structure and function.
    • Diwan-i-Khas

      • Private audience hall for meetings with ministers and important dignitaries.
      • Description of the Peacock Throne (Takht-e-Taus) once located here.
    • Rang Mahal

      • Palace for entertainment of royal guests.
      • Features like water channels and marble inlay work.
    • Moti Masjid

      • Small mosque built by Aurangzeb within the fort.
    • Hayat Bakhsh Bagh

      • Meaning “Life Bestowing Garden”.
      • Historical significance and its use for growing flowers and as a relaxation spot for the royals.
    • Asad Burj

      • A tower used for enjoying cool breezes and views of the Yamuna River.
    • Nahar-i-Bahisht

      • Water canal system within the fort.
    • Mumtaz Mahal

      • Named after Shah Jahan’s beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
      • Part of the royal harem and known as the Small Rang Mahal.

 

Museums within the Red Fort:

 

  1. First Museum
  2. Second Museum: Yaadein Museum
    • Showcases various historical items.
  3. Third Museum

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