Agra Fort
Also called: Red Fort of Agra · Topic: The Mughal Empire: Babur to Aurangzeb · NCERT: Beyond NCERT
Meaning
Agra Fort is a large red sandstone fort on the river Yamuna at Agra. Akbar began building it in 1565. Later, Shah Jahan added palaces of white marble inside it. It was a key seat of Mughal power and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site (since 1983). It is often called the Red Fort of Agra.
Example
In 1658 Aurangzeb defeated his brother Dara Shikoh in the war of succession. He then imprisoned their father, Shah Jahan, in Agra Fort, where Shah Jahan stayed until his death.
Don't confuse with
- Red Fort, Delhi: built by Shah Jahan in his new capital, Shahjahanabad. Agra Fort was begun earlier, by Akbar.
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