Hauz Khas Fort, Delhi

Hauz Khas Fort, located in Hauz Khas Village, Delhi is a peaceful area, where people are going to experience pleasures in their leisure time and apart from this it is also the old history of the country. This fort was built in the medieval period in 1284 AD and along with this a huge lake was constructed here to supply water to the dwelling here. Apart from being a heritage of history, it is also a famous picnic spot that thousands of people visit every day in their free time alone and with family.

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The area of this water tank was about 50 hectares, whose width is 600 meters and length is 700 meters, while it was about 4 meters deep. But due to the encroachment made over time, its size has decreased.

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History Of Hauz Khas Fort

This fort was built around 1284 and was built by Alauddin Khilji, who was the ruler of the place. This fort was the first capital of the Muslim rulers of India at that time and during this time the rule of Delhi Muslim rulers started.

This fort is called Hauz Khas Fort, in the Urdu language, Hauz Khas means pond. This fort was built where there was a huge water tank or pond, so it was called Hauz Khas Fort. After Alauddin Khilji, many other rulers also ruled here who had built many madrasas, pavilions, mosques, mausoleums, etc.

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Firoz Shah’s tomb is the most frequent and beautiful building in this entire complex which was built by Firoz Shah himself. This mausoleum treats the people who come to Yanha in its own way. Right now this tomb is not being taken care of properly, due to which it has now reached a dilapidated condition. The fort was also ruled by Sikandar Lodi. The one who had built some buildings and buildings in this fort, which were later converted into madrasas and collages, was given the knowledge of Islamic education.

At present, the fort is the main center of tourist attraction, the vast meadows and green trees of this place make people feel happy. People come to Yanha in their spare time to feel at peace and spend their valuable time with family.

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Why was this fort built?

Hauz Khas Village Fort was built by Alauddin Khilji in Hauz Khas Village of Delhi. This fort was built to eliminate the problem of water supply for the residents of Delhi so that the residents of the city could get pure water. Huge water tanks were constructed at this place, due to which the entire Delhi city was being raised.

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Interesting facts about Hauz Khas fort

The construction of this fort was started by Alauddin Khilji and first, huge water royal tanks were built here. And that is, the residents of the fort used to live full of water.
This fort was built in 1284 and it is the oldest and most beautiful fort of that time.
Apart from the water tank in this complex, there is also a madrasa, mosque, tomb of Firoz Shah, and 6 pavilions.
This fort is located in the Hauz Khas Village area, there are many restaurants and food shops where you can enjoy the food of your choice. There are also pubs and bars where you can enjoy the party.
Firoz Shah’s tomb is the most beautiful building in this complex. Which was built by Firoz Shah himself.
This fort gives you wonderful peace, if you are bored with your daily routine, then definitely visit here.

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How to Reach

The best way to reach Hauz Khas fort is via metro. Hauz Khas Metro Station on the yellow line is the nearest metro station to Hauz Khas fort. Another nearby metro station is Green Park station, also on the yellow line.

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