Red Fort & Rajghat -
Iconic monuments of New Delhi
Red Fort & Rajghat - Iconic monuments of New Delhi associated India's Independence. The first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the national flag at the Lahori Gate in Red Fort on 15 August 1947. Built by Shah Jehan in 1639 it took nine years to complete and built in red sandstone. It served as residence of Mugals for 200 years, until it was taken over by the British is 1857 who used it as a military garrison. Post Independence it became a symbol of national pride, unity. To this day the flag is hoisted by the Prime Minister on 15 August. Red Fort is part of the Old Delhi tour, generally done during the morning hours. Rajghat holds the mortal remains of Mahatma Gandhi - father of the freedom movement. One of the worlds great leaders of the 20th century, Mahatma Gandhi achieved Independence by following the path of non-violence & peaceful protests. No visit to Delhi is complete without visiting Raj Ghat.
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