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            Through the smoke, smog and dust; Delhi red Fort. Fairly impressive structure when you look at the construction and trade skills around it.

"The Red Fort is a historical fortification in the national capital of New Delhi. Located in the center of the city, it was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal dynasty. It was constructed by Shah Jahan in the year 1939 as a result of a capital shift from Agra to Delhi. This imposing piece of architecture derives its name from its impregnable red sandstone walls. In addition to accommodating the emperors and their households, it was the ceremonial and political center of the Mughal state and the setting for events critically impacting the region. Today, this monument is home to a number of museums that have an assortment of precious artifacts on display.  Every year, the Indian Prime Minister unfurls the national flag here on the Independence Day. 

Formerly known as Quila-e-Mubarak or the Blessed Fort, the Red Fort lies along the banks of the river Yamuna, whose waters fed the moats surrounding the fort. It was a part of the medieval city of Shahjahanabad, popularly known today as 'Old Delhi'. The entire fort complex is said to represent the architectural creativity and brilliance of Mughal architecture. With so much history and heritage associated with it, the Red Fort is one of the most popular monuments in India and a major tourist attraction in Delhi. It became a UNESCO world heritage site in 2007. The Archaeological Survey of India is at present responsible for the security and preservation of this magnificent monument."

New Delhi, India.

Taken in: India / Delhi / Salimgarh (show map)

Taken on: October 27, 2019

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Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III, f/8.0, 1/1000 sec, 32mm, ISO 250 (more info) (hide info)

Camera:	Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Aperture:	f/8.0
Exposure Time:	0.001 sec (1/1000)
Focal Length:	32mm
ISO:	250
Exposure Bias:	0 EV
Flash:	Off, Did not fire
Exposure Program:	Aperture-priority AE
Exposure Mode:	Auto
Metering Mode:	Center-weighted average
White Balance:	Auto
Color Space:	sRGB
Software:	PaintShop Pro 22.00
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