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Why was the agra fort built?

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Where was the Agra fort built?

Agra


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No, actually babur din't built it but, his grand son akbar built it in 1565.


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The Agra Fort is 69 ft.


When was Agra Fort created?

Agra Fort was created in 1573.


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Which Mughal emperor built Agra?

The city of Agra was founded by Sikander Lodi of Delhi Sultanate in 1504. He shifted his capital from Delhi to Agra. The present day Agra fort was built by the Mughals. Emperor Akbar renovated the fort with red sandstone and his grandson Shah Jahan added the pearl mosque, Khas Mahal, Shish Mahal, Diwan-i-Khas and Diwan-i-Am. Nagina Masjid was built under the reign of Aurangzeb.


Who built the Agra fort?

AkbarBuilt between 1565 and 1571 AD, it is said that the emperor Shah Jahan, who built the Taj Mahal, was imprisoned by his son Aurangzeb. The magnificent Agra fort, though started by Emperor Akbar, was completed by his grandson Shah Jahan.


What was name of first fort made by Britishers in India?

Fort William is located in India. The fort was built by the British and it was named after King William III in 1700.


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Who was the architectur of agra fort?

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What are the features of the Agra Fort?

Agra fort is built by red sandstone and it is one of the world heritage sites of India. It is one of the most magnificient forts in India nd and Taj Mahal looks like floating in air from here.