When the Red Fort was built in the 1600s, it was in Shahjahanabad. Now, we know the city as 'Old Delhi.' From here, Shah Jahan the Magnificent ruled the Moghul Empire at its apex. What Versailles was to France, the Red Fort was to India. What makes it red? Red sandstone. [2011]
What a beautifully detailed building! If I did know know otherwise, I would assume the name, Red Fort, was because it appears to be a redish-brown color. I didnt realize it is actually made of red sandstone!
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