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Lahori Gate

Overview

•The Lahori Gate is the main entrance to the Red Fort in Old Delhi.
•The fort is approached through a covered street flanked by arcaded apartments called the Chhatta Chowk.

Highlights

The Lahori Gate is the main entrance to the Red Fort in Old Delhi.
The fort is approached through a covered street flanked by arcaded apartments called the Chhatta Chowk.
Situated on the western wall of the fort, the gate received its name because it led to the city of Lahore, (present day Pakistan).
The secondary entrance is the Delhi Gate.
The gateway consists of three stories, each decorated with square, rectangular and cusped arched panels.

Dress Code

Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.

Things to Do

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The Lahori Gate is the main entrance to the Red Fort in Old Delhi. The fort is approached through a covered street flanked by arcaded apartments called the Chhatta Chowk.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Lahori Gate is the main entrance to the Red Fort in Old Delhi. The fort is approached through a covered street flanked by arcaded apartments called the Chhatta Chowk.

It is about 2.1 km from central Sadar Bazaar.

The most comfortable months are January, February, March, October and November; May is the hottest, with highs around 38°C.