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Purana Qila

Purana Qila (Old Fort) is one of Delhi's oldest fortresses, built by Sher Shah Suri in the 16th century. It stands on the ruins of ancient Indraprastha city. Features the Qila-i-Kuhna Mosque and Sher Mandal library where Emperor Humayun fell to his death. The fort has a moat for boating and hosts a spectacular light and sound show.

Practical Information

Prices verified: Jan 18, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum1 hours
Recommended1.5 hours
Maximum2 hours

Entrance Fee

Adult
300 INR~300 $

Indians ₹30, foreigners ₹300, under 15 free. Light and sound show: ₹100 adults, ₹50 students

Best Time to Visit

October to March. Light and sound show: Hindi 7:30-8:30 PM, English 9-10 PM (no show on Fridays). Boating available 2-9:30 PM. Museum inside open 9 AM-5 PM (closed Fridays).

Official Website

Connectivity & Services

Wheelchair access
Partial
Audio guide
Not available
Staff assistance
Not available

Facilities & Services

restrooms
parking
boat tours
information
benches
gardens

Working Hours

Verified: Jan 18, 2026
Monday07:00 — 17:00
Tuesday07:00 — 17:00
Wednesday07:00 — 17:00
Thursday07:00 — 17:00
Friday07:00 — 17:00
Saturday07:00 — 17:00
Sunday07:00 — 17:00

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather20°
54%4 м/с
Todayweather22°8°
Tomorrowweather23°7°
Friweather19°10°
Satweather16°3°
Sunweather17°5°
Monweather19°4°
Tueweather21°7°
21°
8°Jan
25°
11°Feb
30°
16°Mar
37°
21°Apr
40°
26°May
39°
28°Jun
36°
27°Jul
35°
27°Aug
34°
25°Sep
33°
19°Oct
28°
13°Nov
23°
8°Dec

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