- One of the most relevant historical places in Delhi, the Red Fort constructed with vibrant red sandstone was built by Shahjahan and was the official seat of Mughal rule and authority from 1648 onwards, when the 5th Mughal emperor, Shah Jahan, decided to move the capital of the empires from Agra to Delhi.
- Constructed using red sandstone, it remains one of the architectural marvels of the Mughals era. In 2007, its became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, this monument is home to a number of museum that have an assortment of precious artifacts on display. Every year, the Indian Prime Minister unfurl the national flag here on the Independence Day.