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If there is one thing that will remind you of the bygone era in New Delhi it is undoubtedly the Old Fort. Counted among the top tourist attractions of New Delhi, Old Fort or the Purana Qila is located adjacent to the Delhi Zoo. Though started by Humayun, Old Fort was completed by the founder of the Sur Dynasty, Sher Shah Suri in the 16th century in order to defend Delhi from the Mughals. Get to know more about the Old Fort during a visit with TravelMaxx.
In the Old Fort you will find many structures like a Mosque built in white marble and red sandstone. Watch out for Sher Mandal that was built as a pleasure tower in the Old Fort. One of the main attractions of Old Fort is the sound and light show that takes place every evening. It is in fact the best way to know about the history of the capital of India, New Delhi.
Having a beautiful Mughal - Hindu - Afghan architecture, Old Fort attracts many tourists from around the world every year. According to the Archaeological Survey of India, the site where Old Fort stands today was once the location of Indraprastha, the historical city in the great epic Mahabharata.
Best Time To Visit: Early morning or the time before sunset.
Entry Fee: Indian Citizens: INR 5, Foreigners: INR 100
Photography Fee: Rs. 25.
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