Tughlaqabad Fort is a
ruined fort in Delhi and very close to his extinct. Tuglaqabad city is third and ancient city
of Delhi built by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq founder of Tughlaq dynasty in 1321,
stretching across 7 km, which was later abandoned in 1327 for certain reasons. Tughlaqabad was raised as a fortress rather than as an architectural enterprise to keep
away Mongol warriors. Tughalaq also built Qutub-Badarpur Road, which connected
the new city to the Grand Trunk Road which is now known as Mehrauli-Badarpur
Road. It
is in quite a good shape despite the fact that no one living there since hundreds
of years.
Most part of the fort is
ruined but palaces, mosques, audience halls & citadels with the highest
point still visible, known as Bijai-Mand. Ghiyathu'd-Din's tomb once surrounded
by water is still in good shape. To fulfill his city’s need of water, Tughlaq
constructed a vast reservoir. It’s massive complex stretch 2 to 3 Km and will
take 2 3 HR to explore. Walking could be difficult because of uneven surface. Surprisingly
complex is lush green especially in rainy days. You can’t find such flora in
Delhi which is most polluted city in the world.
Opening
Hour: Open on all days from 8 am to 6 pm
Entry
Fee: The entrance is chargeable. For Indian citizens, the
cost is RS. 5/-.For foreign visitors, the cost of the ticket cost is $ 2. Entry
for children up to 15 years of age is free.
How to Reach:
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Metro: Nearest metro station is Tuglakabad which is near to Fort
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Bus: All buses running on Mehrauli Badarpur road will drop you right outside
the fort.
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Auto/Cab: Fort distance from CP is 15 Km. Get dropped off at Tughlaqabad fort
entrance.