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Red Fort (Lal Qila)

9.0Locals Score / 10

#2 of 16 Attractions in Delhi

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The Red Fort, or Lal Qila, is the massive 17th-century Mughal fortress-palace of Shah Jahan and a UNESCO World Heritage Site where India's prime minister addresses the nation each Independence Day. Wander the red sandstone ramparts, the Diwan-i-Aam, and the marble pavilions. It is hot and crowded midday and some interiors are worn, so go early and consider the evening sound-and-light show.

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Last verifiedJuly 15, 2026

Locals Score

9.0/10
  • Value8.5
  • Iconic9.5
  • Excellence9.0
  • Crowd level8.5
  • Authenticity9.0
  • Accessibility8.0
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Last reviewed July 15, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.