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Know more about Fatehpur Sikri, the City of Victory

New Delhi: Built during the second half of the 16th century by the Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri or the City of Victory was the capital of the Mughal Empire for only some 10 years. Fatehpur

PTI Updated on: April 26, 2013 6:27 IST


The places to see within Fatehpur Sikri are numerous. From the Buland Darwaza, the main entrance to this ancient city, to the Tomb of Shaikh Salim Chisti, there are numerous noteworthy monuments.



The nine jewels of Akbar's court whose intellect and insight were greatly revered, presided in this city during his rule.

Birbal Bhawan is the place which is dedicated to his greatest court advisor, Birbal.

Besides, the inner courts where Jodha Bai stayed, the inner harem of the Hindu wives can all be witnessed inside this ancient city walls.

Thus, Fatehpur Sikri is one of the historic monuments which is timeless and has rightly earned the status of a world heritage site.

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