Purana qila delhi

Purana Qila also known as Old Fort was built during the 16th century in the Lajpat Nagar in South Delhi. This colossal building built of stone stands as the testimony to the rich cultural heritage of the country. It has been counted as one of the major heritage and historic sites in India. It is a popular belief that this fort is built on the ruins of the ancient state of Indraprastha. The construction work of the Purana Qila was started by the great Mughal emperor Humayun and was completed by the Afghan ruler Sher Shah.