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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 #23 of 127 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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2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Otherwise spectacular but veeery empty and expensive. The museums really don't add much value and there is very little to see. I'd place my money elsewhere.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW

An impressive fort, its huge...and inside you discover a beauty and a variety of historical buildings. You have to see this when you're in Delhi. The waiting line for the tickets wasnt so bad, its same everywhere...you need to be patient. Once you're inside and you love history you know it was worth it.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 16, 2013 NEW via mobile

very beautiful and large fort made up of red sand stone constructed by shah jahan.it was simply beautiful but we opted for an audio tour available there to get more info about the fort,but i personally suggest dont go for the audio tour otherwise u will nt be able to enjoy the beauty of this fort.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

- if you love history or grand ancient architecture, this is a must visit place in Old Delhi, you just can't miss it. - Built by Shahjahan, The Mughal Emperor (son of Jehangir, grandson of Akbar & father of Aurangzeb) he also built the Taj Mahal in Agra for his beloved wife. - place is covered over some 250+ acres... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

Our hotel owner suggested us that we visit this old fort. It can be a nice place, but needs lots of improvements. Ticket line was too long, the place was not as clean as it should be and it could certainly use better basic amenities and maintenance. It's not too bad, but if you are short on time, there are... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2013 via mobile

I've been at Red Fort for the light and sound show and despite of the 43C at that night and the mosquitos it was a very interesting visit. Don't expect so much, the history is told on the many speakers making you feel there at that time things were happening and the lights help to show each part of this... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 5, 2013

This is a very beautiful place with an astonishing history, so I do recommend taking an official guided tour (there are many self-made guides who become like leeches. I learned so much about the remarkable history of the fortress that it changed my view of India's history. The minus point is that there wasn't any decent place to rest or... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

This is a fort which used to function as a palace as well. This is a unesco world heritage site and is a major tourist attraction. The entire fort is made with red sandstone and therefore it the Red Fort. Fort is surrounded by high walls and it has many palaces, halls and gardens inside. I loved the big hall... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

The fort itself is very nice in certain parts although like most other attractions it has been let down poorly in other areas that are not so much in public view which is such a shame. The ground staff are not that helpful here either and considering the extra price they charge tourists it would be nice to have been... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013

I got off at the local metro station and walked down through old Delhi. This was a little discomforting as every step it seemed I would be harassed to ride in a rickshaw... It was also seriously busy at 430 pm... But I made it through without incident and thought I was just paranoid as a westerner. The fort charges... More

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