Top 15 Historical Forts In India That You Must Visit In 2022
The Red Fort is one of the historical forts of India in Delhi City, also known as LalQila, built as the palace of its fortified capital Shahjahanabad by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan and named for its massive enclosing red sandstone walls. The imperial apartments are a series of pavilions connected by a water channel known as the Paradise Stream (Nahr-i-Behisht).
- Address: Netaji Subhash Marg, LalQila, Chandni Chowk, New Delhi, Delhi 110006
- Built By: Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan
- Year: 1639
- Highlights: Rang Mahal, one of the fort’s most outstanding palaces, literally means “color palace.” The consorts of emperors and their maids used this palace.
- Visiting Hours: 9.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. Open all days. (Closed on Monday)
- Weather: New Delhi experiences hot and humid summers, rainy monsoon and a chilling winter season
- Ideal Time: The most pleasant time to visit is between February – April, August – November
- Entry Fee : Rs.35
3. Jaisalmer Fort, Jaisalmer:
Jaisalmer Fort, one of the largest forts of India, located in Rajasthan State, built by Rawal Jaisal. Rajasthan’s second oldest fort counted as one of India’s most invincible forts. Jain temples, the Royal Palace and big gates are the main attractions inside the forts. Jaisalmer is also famous for the sand land of Trikuta Hill, Havelis, Lakes, and Palace. Jaisalmer Fort magnificent foundation is located in the middle of the Great Thar Desert’s sandy terrain.
- Address: Fort Rd, Near Gopa Chowk, Khejer Para, Manak Chowk, Amar Sagar Pol, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan 345001
- Built By: Rawal Jaisal
- Year: 1155 AD
- Highlights: Jaisalmer fort is also known as Sonar Quila and “Golden Fort,” built on the Trikuta hill, 76 meters above the town.
- Visiting Hours: 8 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. Open all days.
- Weather: The summer season in Jaisalmer is extremely hot and dry, rains are low, and winter is pleasant.
- Ideal Time: November to March: During this time, sightseeing and other outdoor activities such as camel ride, desert safari are more enjoyable as the maximum temperature does not exceed 24 degrees Celsius.
- Entry Fee: Rs.50
4. Gwalior Fort, Gwalior:
