Red Fort

Why go

Enter through Lahori Gate to understand the scale of Shah Jahan’s fortified palace, then look for the quieter pavilions once linked by the Nahr-i-Behisht water channel. The fort also remains central to India’s Independence Day ceremonies, so its public meaning extends well beyond its Mughal origins.

What to look for

• The long red sandstone enclosure and Lahori Gate
• Palace pavilions once connected by the Nahr-i-Behisht water channel

Useful to know

• Start with the gate and outer enclosure, then continue to the palace area rather than treating the fort as a photo stop.
• Check the official visiting timetable before arranging an Old Delhi day around the fort.

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