Agra Fort (Red Fort)
About the place
- Country : India , Agra
- Address : Agra Fort, Rakabganj, Agra 282003, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Category : Palaces and Castles
- Establishing Date : 1573
- founder : Shah Jahan
Agra Fort (Red Fort)
Overview:
It is one of the most important historical and archaeological attractions that attract many tourists and it is a monument of great importance dating back to the seventeenth century.
Historic overview:
Agra Fort dates back to the era of the Mughals, who excelled in architecture.
The construction of this fort was completed in the year 1573 AD after working in it for a period of 8 years.
This fort was the headquarter for the Mughal ruler, Jalaluddin Akbar, who completed construction in it after the emperor "Shah Jahan", as the fort was considered a strategic military point and residence for the ruler.
Architectural description:
The area of the fort is 2.5 km2 and was constructed of red sandstone in the shape of a crescent, and it includes in its campus the royal city consisting of many palaces such as Jahangir Palace or Taj Mahal which is built by Shah Jahan, and two magnificent mosques.
The fortress is an architectural masterpiece; Its arcades are distinguished by carved murals which have intricate and magnificent shapes.
It is characterized by the charming garden that mediates the fort in an attractive and unique shape, as well as the wonderful towers and domes that characterize this distinctive historical building.
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