A fort in Delhi where Humayun died after falling from the stairs, it is considered the biggest fort of the capital

The culture of Delhi’s forts is different

Tourists get to see a different culture of Delhi in Old Delhi. A large number of tourists come to visit Chandni Chowk in Delhi. Along with visiting Chandni Chowk, tourists can also come to taste many types of delicious dishes. You will see the Red Fort in front of Chandni Chowk. Tourists can also visit the Red Fort. You will get to know about this not the Red Fort but the Old Fort of Delhi. Do you also want to come to see the Old Fort of Delhi, then today we will tell you in detail how you can enjoy this fort.

Greenery will be seen in the fort

Purana Qila is near Pragati Maidan in Delhi. You will find greenery all around Purana Qila. The specialty of Purana Qila is that this fort is quite big, but from inside it is a ruin. But you will find the ruins amazing to see. This fort is built in a rectangular shape with a perimeter of about two kilometers.

History of the fort

The big gates and walls of the old fort were built by Humayun. The new capital was named Dinpanah in 1534 AD. Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri, Suri built some new buildings in the old fort. Let us tell you that a grand sound and light show is organized every evening in the old fort.

Humayun died in this fort

Let us tell you that most of the buildings in Purana Qila are of Mughal period. This fort is situated at a place named Indraprastha which was once the capital of Pandavas. You will be surprised to know that Humayun died after falling down the stairs of this fort. Purana Qila has three entrance gates surrounded by arches. There is a big gate in the west and Humayun’s gate in the south. Purana Qila is considered to be the biggest fort of Delhi.

Let us tell you that there is also a Kunti Devi temple inside the fort. It is said that in the mythological times, the Pandavas came to live here. This fort is associated with the Pandava period and is also called the fort of the Pandavas.

How to reach Purana Qila (Old Fort)

If you also want to visit Purana Qila, then you can reach Pragati Maidan by Delhi Metro and visit Purana Qila. Apart from this, you can also go to Purana Qila by your personal vehicle and see the beauty of the place.