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Chaumukha Darwaza

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šŸ‘šŸ‘ Just go n see, click some pictures that's all about this monument. No place to stay. Little dirty. Not visible from the tomb. To reach the place take right after reaching backside of the tomb. People often mention gate, built, Gate, Delhi, Chaumukha, located, Darwaza, walls, Lahori, Fort,


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28Ā°31'24.5"N 77Ā°11'14.8"E, India

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  • 5/5 Saurabh Kumar S. 5 years ago on Google
    Just go n see, click some pictures that's all about this monument. No place to stay. Little dirty. Not visible from the tomb. To reach the place take right after reaching backside of the tomb.
    3 people found this review helpful šŸ‘

  • 4/5 Kishore D. 6 years ago on Google
    The Chaumukha Darwaza (Chaumukha in Hindi language means four faces) is inferred as the gate way of Lal Kot since it aligns with Lal Kot walls. It is near the Qutb Complex and has been categorized as Grade B in archaeological value. It has been conserved by the ASI. The gateā€™s architectural style is traced to the Tuglaq period in view of its massive thickness. It has a ā€œhorned" outwork with paved stones in an engraved grid pattern that indicates that it was designed for defense purposes. The purpose for which it was built has not been discerned. Hence, it has also been conjectured that it could have been built by Thomas Metcalfe as one of his follies, close to his original 'Dilkusha' mansion (now seen in ruins) to enhance the elegance of his retreat.[2][10]
    3 people found this review helpful šŸ‘

  • 4/5 Shyamal M. 2 years ago on Google
    A gateway which once originally was part of the oldest fort of Delhi Lal Kot, was later restored again during the Lodhi era. Standing and facing towards Qutub Minar, it gives a picturesque view of the Delhi's famed landmark pillar. This beautiful gateway, through which kings and armies once marched, attracts the eyes and helps you imagine the former glory of this area.
    2 people found this review helpful šŸ‘

  • 4/5 Sourabh Prajapati (Srb P. 6 years ago on Google
    the first city of Delhi, 13 gates were built in the 11th century citadel ofĀ Lal Kot, with the extendedĀ Qila Rai Pithora, which was ruled by theĀ Slave DynastyĀ from 1192 with the establishment of theĀ Qutb complex. These were located in the rubble built ramparts of Lal Kot (5ā€“6Ā m (16ā€“20Ā ft) thickness) of which only a few remain, either in ruins or under renovation. These are the Chaumukha, Sohan Srb Prajapati
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  • 4/5 RAVI KUMAR (. 2 years ago on Google
    Old archeological place.
    1 person found this review helpful šŸ‘

  • 4/5 Dhruv B. 3 years ago on Google
    Chaumukha Darwaaza or four face Gate lies considered is the Gateway of Lalkot, near Qutub complex of Delhi. Darwaza is very beautiful and unique. Mehrauli reach by Metro,or City Bus.
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  • 3/5 ANKUR SHARMA (. 6 years ago on Google
    The Chaumukha Darwaza is inferred as the gate way of Lal Kot since it aligns with Lal Kot walls. It is near the Qutb Complex and has been categorized as Grade B in archaeological value. It has been conserved by the ASI. The gateā€™s architectural style is traced to the Tuglaq period in view of its massive thickness. It has a ā€œhornedā€ outwork with paved stones in an engraved grid pattern that indicates that it was designed for defense purposes. The purpose for which it was built has not been discerned. Hence, it has also been conjectured that it could have been built by Thomas Metcalfe as one of his follies, close to his original ā€˜Dilkushaā€™ mansion to enhance the elegance of his retreat. the first city of Delhi, 13 gates were built in the 11th century citadel of Lal Kot, with the extended Qila Rai Pithora, which was ruled by the Slave Dynasty from 1192 with the establishment of the Qutb complex. These were located in the rubble built ramparts of Lal Kot (5ā€“6 m (16ā€“20 ft) thickness) of which only a few remain, either in ruins or under renovation. These are the Chaumukha, Sohan, Ranjit, Fateh, Hauz Rani, Barka, Badaun and Budayuni gates. Of these, the Chaumukha, Ranjit, Sohan and Fateh darwazas have been listed by the INTACH as heritage monuments. The ruins of Hauz Rani and Barka are seen around the remains between giant gaps in the long stretches of the Lal Kot wall, surrounded by a wide moat on the outside. Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has proposed to conserve all the identified gates. The Chaumukha Darwaza (Chaumukha in Hindi language means four faces) is inferred as the gate way of Lal Kot since it aligns with Lal Kot walls. It is near the Qutb Complex and has been categorized as Grade B in archaeological value.
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  • 5/5 DHARMENDRA S. 6 years ago on Google
    Ajmeri Gate, built in 1644, to the southā€“west of Shahjahanabad with a square plan, has high arched openings. TheĀ Sepoy MutinyĀ or the first war ofĀ Indian independenceĀ in 1857 was fought at this venue also. The road, through this gate, leads to the city ofĀ AjmerĀ inĀ Rajasthan, and hence its name. A lovely park surrounds the gate. TheĀ madrasaĀ (Islamicschool of learning) built by Nawab Ghaziuddin Bahadur father ofĀ the firstĀ Nizam of HyderabadĀ in 1811, west of the college lies the tomb of the founder and a mosqueĀ [28]Ā In the following years, it converted to Delhi college and was one of the constituent colleges of theĀ Delhi University. The College has shifted to a new building now and theĀ Anglo Arabic Senior Secondary SchoolĀ runs in the old building. Nearby outside a ditch, once lied remains of the underground apartments ofĀ Safdarjung, which at one point were one of the important sights of Delhi.[28]Ā At present, the old walls of the fort have been demolished and replaced by commercial buildings and residential complexes, but the gate on the west exists.[7][9][25][29] Turkman GateEdit ļæ¼ Turkman gate Turkman Gate, located to the southern edge of Shahajahanabad (Coordinates: 28.642231N 77.232591E), is named after theĀ SufiĀ SaintĀ Hazrat Shah Turkman Bayabani. HisĀ tombĀ dated to 1240, before building of Shahjahanabad, is located to the east of the gate. It is approached from theĀ Jawahar Lal NehruĀ Road, the old Circular Road, in the vicinity of theĀ Ramlila grounds. It has a square plan with high arched openings. The tomb ofĀ Razia SultanĀ and Kali Masjid or Kalan Masjid are located in close proximity of the gate.[7][9][25][29]/. The gate was the scene ofĀ Turkman gate demolition and riotingĀ in 1976. Lahori Gate, Old DelhiEdit ļæ¼ Remnant of old Lahori Gate at Lahori Bazar crossing The Lahori gate of theĀ Old DelhiĀ city (Coordinates: 28.657110N 77.218831E), now only a bazaar square with small remnants at one end, used to lead east along theĀ Chandni ChowkĀ to the Lahore gate of the Red Fort. Inside the Lahori gate is the grain market. Outside the gate stands a mosque built by Sirhindi Begum, wife ofĀ Shah Jahan, whom he married after the death Arjumand Banu Begum,Ā Mumtaz Mahal. This Lahori Gate was also one of the last points captured during the siege of 1857.[28] Lahore Gate, Red FortEdit Main article:Ā Red_Fort Ā§Ā Lahore_Gate The Lahore gate (Coordinates: 28.655879N 77.238666E) is the main gate to theĀ Red FortĀ named after its orientation towardsĀ Lahore, Pakistan.[6][7][25][29][30] Delhi Gate, Red FortEdit Main article:Ā Red_Fort Ā§Ā Delhi_Gate The southern public entrance to the Red Fort (Coordinates: 28.652148N 77.240112E). Nigambodh GateEdit It was built on the north eastern side of the Shahajahanabad. It is located on theĀ Ring RoadĀ near theĀ YamunaĀ Bazaar. It derives its name Nigambodh Ghat from the burial ground here. The etymology of Nigambodh is derived fromĀ SanskritĀ words ā€˜Nigamā€™ which means the ā€œVedā€ and ā€˜bodhā€™ means ā€œknowledgeā€, meaning realization of knowledge. According to a folk legend, LordĀ BrahmaĀ (the creator) took a bath in theĀ Yamuna RiverĀ at this ghat to recover his lost memory and by this act Brahma not only got back his memory but also remembered the place he had kept his sacred books. In the past, the gate was closer to the ghat and nearer to theĀ Salimgarh Fort. Kabuli GateEdit ļæ¼ Khuni Darwaza or Bloody Gate Kabuli Gate orĀ Khooni DarwazaĀ (Coordinates: 28.635974N 77.241042E), literally translated means ā€œBloody Gateā€, a ā€œmorbid sounding nameā€. It is an impressive doubleā€“storied structure. Its construction is credited toĀ Sher Shah Suri's reign from 1540ā€“1545 (though the fort walls of the Suri period have not been seen to extend to this gate). It was built largely with grey stone but red stones were also used in the frames of its windows.[4][9][29]Ā Though not within the walls of the Shahajahan's fort, it is located on the Mathura road opposite to theĀ Ferozshah KotlanearĀ Maulana Azad Medical CollegeĀ . At this gate, on September 21, 1857, during the
    1 person found this review helpful šŸ‘

  • 5/5 Robin R. 2 years ago on Google
    Best tourist place in mehruli archilogy park

  • 4/5 Manish G. 3 years ago on Google
    It's good place to visiting here nice place

  • 5/5 Jiya C. 4 years ago on Google
    Very wonderful place to see and enjoy with your frnds and family

  • 3/5 Amit Chaddha - C. 4 years ago on Google
    it is the first city of Delhi. It has 13 gates were built in the 11th century.

  • 5/5 Asha G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to go. historical place

  • 5/5 brijesh k. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nicely

  • 2/5 MrArbaj17 1. 10 months ago on Google
    You can wait only 5-10 min wait gate entry


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