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Red Fort - New Delhi, India
"If there is a paradise on earth, it is this, it is this, it is this."
These were the words written on the ceiling of Red Fort in golden letters just above the throne of emperor Shah Jahan.
Shah Jahan is known not only for his leadership efficiency but also for the magnificent buildings built during his reign. In 1638 when he shifted his capital from Agra to Delhi he felt the need for a palace and thus the construction begun in 1640 and completed by 1648.
Walls of red fort are built with red sandstone, on of the most admired material of Mughals. The walls of Red Fort are high upto 110 feet. From inside the palace is built with white marble and adorned with gold and precious stones. From inside it is built in the series of pavilions used for some specific purpose.
Khas Mahal - a place with emperor's private quarters.
Diwan-e-am - A place specified for public audiences.
Diwan-e-Khas - It was for organising the private meetings by the emperor.
Shah Burj - A place where secret meetings took place.
Moti Masjit - Built by Aurangzeb for his personal use.
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