AGRA FORT, Rakabganj, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282003 ,India.
Built as a military structure in 1565 by Emperor Akbar with later additions by Shah Jahan, the stunning Agra Fort (also known as Agra's Red Fort) is an interesting mix of both Hindu and Muslim influences. Located a little more than two kilometers from the Taj Mahal, the fort is entered through Amar Singh Gate with its low outer wall and dogleg design built to confuse attackers. Once inside, you'll see two large interlinked sandstone buildings, Akbari Mahal and Jahangiri Mahal etc.
Diwan-E-Khas
Diwan-E-Khas, also know as the Hall of private Audience,is grand chamber in Fatehpur Sikri. This is where Emperor Akbar had discussions with people about the faiths belonging to the different religions. Diwan-E-Khas is a plain square building with four chhatris on the roof. On the outside it would appear to be a two-storied (floors) building,but on entering it is seen to contain only a single vaulted chamber.
Red Fort Complex, Delhi
The Red Fort Complex, also known as Lal Qila, was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan when he decided to move his capital from Agra to Delhi (then known as Shahjahanabad) in 1648. It served as the primary residence of Mughal rulers until the last Emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar, was exiled by the British in 1857. The fort is filled with beautiful palaces, including the Diwan-I-Am, Diwan-I-Khas, Ranga Mahal, Moti Masjid and the Meena Bazaar. It was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007.
Humayun’s Tomb
Humayun’s Tomb or Humayun ka Maqbara, the UNESCO world heritage site and an excellent testimony of Indo-Islamic architecture. Built in 16th Century by the orders of Mughal Empress Bega Begum also called Haji Bagum, wife of Mughal Emperor Humayun as a gesture of affection for her loving husband 😇😍
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