historic fort in Delhi

 
 The Red Fort Constructed  has an area of 254.67 acres (103.06 ha) enclosed by 2.41 kilometres (1.50 mi) of defensive walls1639 by the fifth Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is located in the center of Delhi It was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years.Every year on the Independence day of India (15 August), the Prime Minister hoists the Indian "tricolour flag" at the main gate of the fort.It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007The fort was plundered of its artwork and jewels during Nadir Shah's invasion.Mughal buildings that reflect a fusion of Timurid and Persian traditions.The Lahori Gate is the main gate to the Red Fort, named for its orientation towards the city of Lahore.The Delhi Gate is the southern public entrance and in layout and appearance similar to the Lahori Gate