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The Purana Quila or the old fort is one of the most captivating tourist sites that narrate the history of Delhi in details. Constructed by the Mughal emperor – Humayun, the Purana Quila is evidence to the glory of the Mughal art. The Purana Quila is situated in New Delhi and is said to guard the ruins of the city of Indraprastha that is mentioned in the Mahabharata.

Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)
Photo of Purana Qila, Mathura Road, New Delhi, Delhi, India by Mayank Pandeyz (with floating shoes)

Location: Indraprastha Purna Qila, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

Nearest Metro Station: Pragati Maidan

Visiting Hours: Sunrise to Sunset (Open all days)

Entry fee: Yes

Time required to explore the fort: 4 to 5 hours

Quick Tips:

Still cameras are allowed inside for free. The entry of video cameras is chargeable.

You can also visit other tourist places near the Old Fort like the Delhi Zoo, India Gate, Children’s Park, Nizam-ud-din’s shrine or shop at nearby markets including Connaught Place, Palika Bazaar, Janpath and Sunder Nagar Market.

Happy traveling

Fir milege kahi kisi roj ghumte firte :)