The Old Fort Delhi is believed to be over 5000 years old, and it was originally built during the Mahabharata era by the Pandavas.
Age of the Fort
The Old Fort Delhi was one of the first monuments in India to be protected by the Archaeological Survey of India in 1913.
Archaeological Survey of India
The Digambar Jain Temple, which is located inside the fort, is one of the oldest Jain temples in Delhi, and it was built during the 17th century.
The Digambar Jain Temple
The fort was constructed by Sher Shah Suri, an Afghan ruler, in the mid-16th century, who was responsible for many other architectural marvels in Delhi.
Sher Shah Suri
The fort was initially known as Indraprastha, and it was later renamed Purana Qila, which means "old fort" in Hindi.
The Fort's Name
The fort has three main gates: the Humayun Gate, the Talaqi Gate, and the Bara Darwaza. The Humayun Gate is the main entrance to the fort.
The Fort's Gates
During the Indian rebellion of 1857, the Old Fort Delhi was the site of one of the most significant battles of the rebellion, which lasted for six days.
Battle of Delhi
During World War II, the fort was used as a camp for prisoners of war by the British.
Usage during World War II
The fort hosts a popular sound and light show in the evenings, which highlights the history and legends associated with the fort.
Sound and Light Show
The fort was severely damaged by an earthquake in 1803, and it took several years to restore it to its former glory.