Tughlakabad Fort, an ancient ruined fort, is situated on the southern edge of Delhi. It is located in the heart of New Delhi, the capital city of India.

Tughlakabad Fort along the Mehrauli-Badarpur Road at New Delhi.

This site has a close resemblance to the ruins of Mohenjdaro and Harappa. The fort construction was started in 1321 as the headquarters of the Tughlaq dynasty. It was built by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq, the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty, to keep Mughal armies away from Delhi. Unfortunately, the fort was attacked in 1327.

The ancient monuments here contain the Mausoleum of Ghiyath ud-Din Tughluq, along with two other graves believed to be of his wife and son (successor). It comprises a single domed square tomb, which is 8 meters by 8 meters in dimension.

The fantastic emerald-green views of the fort are mesmerizing. There are artificial lakes and embankments around the fort and its surrounding areas. Tughlakabad city is believed to have 52 gates in its heydays. 13 gates remain in this ruined city. Massive stone fortifications can still be seen around the city. This is one of the historic places to see in New Delhi.

Be cautious of monkeys, which may steal your belongings.

How Do I Go to Tughlakabad Fort in New Delhi?

Tughlaqabad metro station on the Delhi metro is the nearest railway station. From there, you can take an auto-rickshaw to the fort.

Tughlakabad Fort Timings and Entry Fee

Tughlaqabad Fort is open from 09:00 AM to 5:00 PM. There is a small entry fee to be paid to visit this historic fort cum mausoleum.