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Red Fort (Lal Quila)

Shahjahanabad, New Delhi, India (Minto Road)
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As featured in 3 days in New Delhi
Ranked #24 of 124 attractions in New Delhi
Type: Historic Sites, Castles, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: 2-3 hours
Description: This 17th century fort was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and served as the capital of the Mughals until 1857.
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

A quick review - we nearly missed this, as we'd been to Agra Fort, and had been repeatedly told that the Red Fort was a lesser version. Not so. They're very different, not least in the sheer size of the walls, gardens, and buildings in the Red Fort! I suggest visiting on the morning/on a Sunday when Old Delhi is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 NEW

Went alone while my son was having treatment in a Dehli hospital. Very safe for single female travelers. The intricate inlaid stone decoration remains beautiful after all the years. Rent an audio guide to understand the functions of the various buildings better.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Out of all the historical attractions in Delhi, this is the best and most famous. The fort has a very interesting history and control of it has changed numerous times since it was first build. It's good to come here with time and just hang out, as they have lots of space inside that encourages you to just sit and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

The Red Fort or (Lal Qil'ah) is rather impressive however unfortunately we had all ready seen Agra, Japiur & Jaiharh Forts so the Red Fort New Delhi although interesting was not up to the standards of the others regarding the whole visual impact. The complex was built by Mughal emperor in the 17th century & named after the huge red... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Great structure looking from outside and imagining how people were building it so many years ago, but after paying 250Rs to get in, there was hardly anything to see, so a bit disappointing. There was a local museum within for people interested in more facts about the place. Public toilets were in horrible condition as usual and the toilet keeper... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Lal Qil'ah or the english translation meaning the red fort is a spectacular 17th century fort complex constructed by the Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan. If you love history, you would love to go to this place. Every 15th August, Independence day, the pm of india makes a speech from here... You can see history going live, there is deewan e... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

This is huge and wonderful. I went there once, and I think that I need to go there several times to do it justice. Going there between April and June is useless, because it is too hot. In the old city, and Chandni Chowk, Red Fort warrants a visit on its own

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Over crowded, filthy streets, cows, goats, humans, rickshaws, moto cycles, hand carts fight for space here. The road leading to the Red Fort is like being in hell. Miss this one. Visit the one in Agra. It's the same. Just a lot less threatening.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

a very well kept fort, and it is HUGE! best time to visit? avoid weekends and public holidays, genius architecture, engineering and design! make sure you have at least 2 hours to thoroughly walk the place.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Red fort or "Lal Qila" as it is locally called is one of the many historical monuments by Mogul dynasty during their rule in 15th & 16th century till 1857. It is located in old Delhi near famous Chandni Chowk market, with "Parathe wali gali" and other eating points. It could be visited with grand Jama Masjid in the vicinity,... More

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