Red Fort (Agra)

11th century1080India

CountryIndia

RegionAgra

Period11th century

Year Built1080

About Red Fort (Agra)

A UNESCO World Heritage Site where Shah Jahan was imprisoned by his son. The emperor could only gaze at the Taj Mahal from his prison window. The fort covers 94 acres. Contains the Pearl Mosque and the Jahangiri Mahal.

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