India - Agra Red Fort
Agra Red Fort was designed and built by the great Mughal ruler, Akbar, in about 1565 A.D. It was initially built as a military establishment but later on his successors made many additions to the main structure. Several Mahals , which were built afterwards, converted half of the structure into a magnificent palace.
The Red Fort is situated in Agra, on the banks of Yamuna River. It is known as Red Fort because it is built of a kind of red sandstone.
The fort has been in continuous use as a military defense since (at least) the 11th century A.D. Even today, about three quarters of the fort is occupied by forces of the Indian Army.
Click below to see a full view of the Diwan-i-Aam.
The Red Fort is situated in Agra, on the banks of Yamuna River. It is known as Red Fort because it is built of a kind of red sandstone.
The fort has been in continuous use as a military defense since (at least) the 11th century A.D. Even today, about three quarters of the fort is occupied by forces of the Indian Army.
Diwan-i-Aam
This impressive hallway and courtyard beyond originally served as the courtyard of the Diwan-i-Aam, the large pavilion for public imperial audiences with an ornate throne-balcony (jharokha) for the emperor. The columns were painted in gold and there was a gold and silver railing separating the throne from the public.
Click below to see a full view of the Diwan-i-Aam.
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