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Purana Qila, Delhi
Purana Qila: One of the best places to visit in Delhi
Entry Fee & Ticket
Purana Qila Ticket Price: Indians (per person) - ₹20/-, Foreigners (per person) - ₹250/- also BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries ₹20/- (per person)
Purana Qila Lake Ticket Price: Indians (per person) - ₹20/-, Foreigners (per person) - ₹20/- also BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries ₹20/- (per person)
Purana Qila Museums Ticket Price: Indians (per person) - ₹5/-, Foreigners (per person) - ₹5/- also BIMSTEC, SAARC Countries ₹5/- (per person)
Opening Time & Days
The Qila will be open to visitors all days of the week. Purana Qila opening and closing timings is 07:00 AM – 05:00 PM.
Best Time to Visit
March, April
Place visit with
Friends, Youngsters, Unmarried Couples
Place Type
Forts & Tombs, Monument
Official Info
Nearest Metro Station
About Purana Qila
The Purana Qila, opposite Pragati Maidan in Delhi, is one of the oldest surviving forts in the city and has deep connections to the early Mughal period. The fort was initially built by the Mughal emperor Humayun as Dinpanah between 1533 and 1538, and later expanded by the Afghan ruler Sher Shah Suri in the 1540s. Spread over approximately 80 hectares (200 acres), it holds immense archaeological, cultural, and tourism significance. The fort's massive walls, historic gates, and religious buildings reflect Indo-Islamic architectural influences. Excavations at the site have revealed layers of continuous habitation dating back to ancient times, further enhancing its importance as a heritage landmark.
Architecture of Purana Qila
The Purana Qila reflects the early Mughal architectural style, which also saw Afghan influences during the Sur dynasty. Initial construction began during the reign of the Mughal ruler Humayun around 1533 CE, while Sher Shah Suri made major contributions to architecture between 1540 and 1545 CE. Made mostly of red sandstone and quartzite, the fort displays robust construction techniques, with thick retaining walls and bastions.Its layout reflects strategic military planning and royal grandeur, with balanced proportions and simple decoration.
Interesting facts about Purana Qila
- Humayun had slipped from the stairs and died in Sher Mandal, the library located in the middle of the fort.
- Initially, Humayun was buried within Purana Qila before his body was taken to Kalanaur in a geographical area and eventually laid to rest at the magnificent Humayun Place.
- The fort’s gateways were designed to control movement and enhance defense.
- Excavations indicate settlement layers spanning over 2,500 years.
- Symbolic architectural scale reflects imperial authority and military dominance
- Purana Qila is associated with the legendary site of ancient Indraprastha.
How to reach Purana Qila
Purana Qila FAQs:
𝒜. Purana Qila was built by the Mughal Emperor Humayun and his mediator Sher Shah Suri.
𝒜. Purana Qila was built between 1538-1545.
𝒜. Purana Qila is one of the most captivating tourist places that narrates the history of Delhi in detail. Built by the Mughal Emperor Humayun, Purana Qila is a testimony to the splendor of Mughal art.
𝒜. Sher Shah Suri ruled for five years and in his reign he constructed many structures inside the fort and named the fort as Shergarh.
𝒜. The fort is open every day from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
𝒜. It is located at Opposite Pragati Maidan, Delhi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Purana Qila: INR 20 for Indians, INR 300 for Foreigners 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM Every Day.
𝒜. You should visit Purana Qila during March, April months for best experience.
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