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Delhi, the capital of India has become a major tourist attraction over the years. The place has a vast history which is a major reason for a lot of people visiting the place. It is the heart of India. Being a metropolitan city, you will find a wide range of options, from shopping markets, malls, galleries to museums and monuments. Various forts and monuments form a major part of the city, making it an amalgamation of historicity and modernity. There are various forts such as Red Fort,<\/strong> Humayun\u2019s Tomb, Qutub Minar, etc. which depict the historic legacy of our country very beautifully. Red Fort in Delhi is a huge fort made up of red sandstone and has a vast history. Here is our handy guide for you that would help you know more about this marvelous monument.<\/em><\/p>\n

Red Fort History<\/h2>\n
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The history of red fort goes back to the year 1638. It was built by Shah Jahan when he took the decision to shift his capital from Agra to Delhi. Also called Lal Quila, it was under the Mughal Empire for around 200 years and after that it was taken over by the Britishers. Bahadur Shah Zafar was the last Mughal Emperor who was coronated here in the year 1837.<\/p>\n

Red Fort holds an important place in the history of India. It is the fort where the National Flag of India was hoisted at the time of Independence. Till present, it is hoisted at the same place by the Prime Minister of India every year.<\/p>\n

Red Fort Delhi Timings:<\/strong> 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
\nRed Fort Ticket Cost:<\/strong> INR 35 for Indians and INR 500 for foreigners
\nVisit Duration:<\/strong> 2-3 hours<\/p>\n

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