Diwan-i-Aam also known as Hall of Public Audience was the place where Mughal rulers used to hold the public meeting and listened to their problems. If you are on a tour to Delhi you must visit Diwan-i-Aam in Red Fort Delhi .
Interesting Facts about Diwan-i-Aam in Red Fort Delhi :
There are some interesting facts about Diwan-i-Aam, which was the grand place where public came to the ruler to tell their problems. It had a courtyard in front where public used to gather and a balcony or Jharokha where King used to sit.
The area was ornamented with gilded stuccowork and hung with heavy curtains with series of gold columns. It had the railing that separated King from the common people.
Brief History of Diwan-i-Aam:
The history says that Diwan-i-Aam being part of Red Fort was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan during his reign. It was here that he used to listen and solve the problem of local people.
Diwan-i-Aam and Diwan-i-Khas formed an important part of the palace.
Today Diwan-i-Aam in Red Fort Delhi is opened for all and can be visited by tourists.
Tourist attraction around Diwan-i-Aam in Lal Qila Delhi:
Fatehpuri Masjid built by the wife of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, is a beautiful mosque situated on the opposite end of Red Fort . It is made of Red sandstone and is well preserved. One must visit the mosque during the Muslim festivals especially during the Eid.
Jama Masjid is the place to see during Eid. The area around gets crowded with people and shops from where people can buy cheap clothes and accessories. The entry is free in the mosque. It is the perfect place to see the Mughal style of architecture up close.
How to reach to Diwan-i-Aam in Red Fort Delhi:
Diwan-i-Aam is a part of Red Fort and hence is easily accessible. There are special busses and vehicles that take tourists on Delhi tour and also to Red Fort. Here is how to reach Diwan-i-Aam Red Fort Delhi:
Nearest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk
Distance from IGI Airport: 30 Kms
Distance from Old Delhi Railway Station: 3 Kms
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Weather info:
Average temperature: 32 °C
Minimum Temperature: 3 - 4 °C
Maximum temperature: 45 °C
Best Time to visit:
Best time to visit Diwan-i-Aam in Lal Qila Delhi is during the morning.
Tourist Spots (Entry fees, Opening & closing time) details:
Diwan-i-Aam remains open for visitors from Tuesday to Sunday. It remains closed on every Monday and National Holidays.
Entry fee is only to enter in the Red Fort and there is no special fee for Diwan-i-Khas (Entry Fee: Rs. 10 for Indians, Rs. 250 for foreigners
Location of Diwan-i-Aam :
Diwan-i-Aam is situated inside Red Fort on Netaji Subhash Road in Chandni Chowk Delhi.
Shopping nearby Diwan-i-Aam New Delhi:
The nearest shopping area to Diwan-i-Aam is Chandni Chowk Market, Lajpat Rai Market and Meena Bazaar where traditional Indian clothes with embroidery and woodwork, accessories can be bought.
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