New Delhi Trip Overview
This excursion delves into the rich history of a powerful family that ruled over Delhi and much of the Indian subcontinent in medieval times. The Tughlaq Dynasty dominated those lands between 1320 and 1413. Their rule was a cruel one. A three hour walk informs about the Tughlaq period guided by a historian. Immerse yourself in a long past world filled with mystique, magnificent architecture, tales of conquest and rebellion.
Highlights:-
• Stone fortifications and ruins of Tughlaqabad Fort
• Tomb of Ghiyas-Ud-Din Tughlaq of sandstone and marble
• Citadel Bijay Mandal.
• Adilabad Fort
Additional Info
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Starts: New Delhi, India
Trip Category: Tours & Sightseeing >> City Tours
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This excursion delves into the rich history of a powerful family that ruled over Delhi and much of the Indian subcontinent in medieval times. The Tughlaq Dynasty dominated those lands between 1320 and 1413. Their rule was a cruel one. A three hour walk informs about the Tughlaq period guided by a historian. Immerse yourself in a long past world filled with mystique, magnificent architecture, tales of conquest and rebellion.
Highlights:-
• Stone fortifications and ruins of Tughlaqabad Fort
• Tomb of Ghiyas-Ud-Din Tughlaq of sandstone and marble
• Citadel Bijay Mandal.
• Adilabad Fort
Itinerary
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Stop At: Tughlaqabad Fort, Tughlakabad, New Delhi 110044 India
You will be picked up from your central New Delhi hotel and driven to the forts of the Tughlaq Dynasty along with your English Speaking Guide.
The story of this once powerful and cruel family will be shared by your historian guide. The region that was established by the Tughlaqs came to be known as Tughlaqabad, the third city of Delhi. Their unique style of architecture can be admired in regional buildings and monuments.
The grand Tughlaqabad Fort was built in the early 14th century.
The highest viewing platform of the fort is a citadel called Bijay Mandal.
The Tughlaqabad Fort houses the tomb of Ghiyas-ud-Din Tughlaq, a structure that claims to be the first to use the combination of sandstone and marble.
Adjacent to the Tughlaqabad Fort is the forgotten Adilabad Fort, often overshadowed by the grandeur of the Tughlaqabad Fort.
Following the conclusion of your tour, you will be taken back to your hotel within New Delhi city center.
Duration: 4 hours
