Old Fort, Delhi

Purana Qila

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Purana Qila (Hindi: पुराना क़िला , Urdu: پُرانا قلعہ ‎, translation: Old Fort ), is one the oldest fort among all forts in Delhi. Its current form was built by …

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Jan 17, 2025
Simply historic! This fort has an enigma of its own, a different architecture from the usual forts, it's proximity to dense greenery make is an idel place for the history buffsFull review by rama d
Oct 16, 2024
Wonderfully evocative place. Less to see than at other forts but the library and the mosque are striking and the old walls too. You can feel the 500 years of history. Take a walk around the lake too…Full review by Crus0eR
Mar 31, 2024
One of the major forts of Delhi, Purana Qila is situated on what is believed to have been the site of Indraprastha, the city mentioned in the Mahabharat. Over the past few decades, excavations here h…Full review by MadhulikaL4
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Thought to date back to the ancient city of Indraprastha, that finds mentions in ancient Indian texts, Purana Qila is shrouded in myths…
cityseeker.com
Purana Qila is not only the oldest fort among all forts in Delhi, but the oldest known structure of any type in Delhi. Located at the site of legen…
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The construction of the ancient fort Purana Qila was commenced by the Mughal Emperor Humayun in 1533. It was later completed by S…
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Located:Delhi, India
Date founded:1538
Founder:Humayun, Mughal Sultan;

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Plzz tell me about central park in rajiv chowk is how for couples??
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Almost good for couples but mostly crowded in evening hours. But you can enjoy dj sounds with fountains.
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Answer by verma a · Oct 11, 2019
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There is any danger like police bcoz i want to go there with my girl friend plzz tell me,,,
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Nothing at all.
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In the old fort couples get come closer and kiss or hug there plzz tell me...
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Yes you can do it but you should escape from cctv camaras and gaurds. Privacy should be must.
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How crowded does it get during the new year weekend?
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Well, to be honest I have never been there during NY weekend so it’s hard to comment. Though I must say that depending upon how cold & foggy it gets, it’s quite possible to be crowded.
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