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The Red Fort, located in the heart of India’s capital Delhi, is not just a historical building, but it is a symbol of the country’s pride and glory. Every year on the occasion of Independence Day, the Prime Minister addresses the nation by hoisting the tricolor from here. Have you ever wondered how big this grand fort built during the Mughal era is inside and what are the surprising facts related to its structure? If you do not know about its area, long walls and height, then this detailed information will prove to be extremely interesting for you. Let us know how huge the Red Fort is in terms of area and architecture.
The huge Red Fort complex is spread over 254 acres.
When Mughal emperor Shahjahan decided to shift his capital from Agra to Delhi, he laid the foundation of this grand fort in 1638. It took about 10 years to build it and it was completely completed in 1648. According to official data, the Red Fort is spread over a vast land area of approximately 254.67 acres (ie approximately 255 acres). This large complex contains not only one palace but many magnificent buildings, including Diwan-e-Aam, Diwan-e-Khas, Rang Mahal, Hamam and beautiful gardens which speak to the excellence of architecture of that period.
2.4 kilometer long and strong security walls
The biggest feature of this fort is its strong and wide walls, which give it the appearance of an Ajay fort. The total length of the defensive walls around the Red Fort is approximately 2.4 kilometers (2.41 mi). The main function of these walls made of red sandstone was to protect the royal family and the palace from invaders. The structure and thickness of these walls is so tremendous that even after centuries, their thrill and strength remains the same, which thousands of tourists from India and abroad reach Old Delhi every day to see.
108 feet high walls and unique architecture
The height of the walls of the Red Fort is not the same everywhere, but there is a difference in it according to its geographical location. The height of these walls on the city side, i.e. towards the main land, is about 108 feet (about 33 meters), which was built for security reasons. On the other hand, in the part that was once on the banks of the Yamuna River, the height of the walls there is about 59 feet (18 metres). The shape of this fort is not completely square or round but octagonal, which makes its structure even more special.
UNESCO World Heritage and its importance in the pages of history
The Red Fort remained the main residence of the Mughal emperors for almost 200 years. After this it was controlled by different rulers and later by the British Empire. In view of its historical and cultural importance, UNESCO recognized it as a ‘World Heritage Site’ in the year 2007. Even today, when we talk about historical heritage, the name of Red Fort comes at the top. Its grandeur, historical events and architecture still attract tourists and tell the story of India’s rich past.