Feroz Shah Kotla Fort, Delhi

About Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

Feroz Shah Kotla Fort is located near Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg in the heart of New Delhi. This fort was built by Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq of Delhi in the 14th century. It was built as the fifth city of Delhi, which was named Firozabad. The Firoz Shah Kotla Fort holds historical significance as it served as the residence of Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq and later became the center of power for the Tughlaq dynasty. Additionally, the fort houses a large Ashoka pillar, known as the Firoz Shah Kotla pillar, which was brought from Punjab during the reign of Firoz Shah Tughlaq and installed in the fort precincts.

Architecture of Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

The architecture of the Firoz Shah Kotla Fort reflects the style of the Tughlaq dynasty, known for its sturdy construction. The fort was built using sandstone and exhibits various architectural elements such as domes, arched gateways and intricate carvings. There is a huge iron gate at the entrance on which the name of Firoz Shah Kotla is written. The boundary wall of the fort made of stone masonry is up to 15 meters high. Inside the fort you will find several ruined structures, of which the mosque and the baoli (stepwell) can still be recognised.

Interesting facts about Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

• Inside the fort is a mosque called Jami Masjid, which was constructed during the reign of Firoz Shah Tughlaq.
• The mosque has a main prayer hall, a central courtyard and a large dome.
• It is a popular belief that jinn come from heaven to the fort and grant the requests and wishes of the people. A lot of wishes can be seen written on paper on the walls inside the premises.
• This fort remains only as a ruin, yet it is considered to be one of the important buildings of historical importance.
• There is a baoli (stepwell), a majestic Ashoka-era stone pillar and secret cells under the plinth of the building.

How to reach Feroz Shah Kotla Fort

By Metro:- The nearest metro station to Feroz Shah Kotla Fort is ITO. It is a 3 minute walk.

By Rail:- Tilak Bridge is the nearest railway station to Feroz Shah Kotla Fort. It is an 8-minute walk away.

By Bus:- The nearest bus stop to Feroz Shah Kotla Fort is Delhi Gate. It is a 6-minute walk away.

Nearby famous places

• Red Fort 4 kms away
• Rajghat 2.5 kms away
• Jama Masjid 2 kms away
• India Gate 5.5 kms away
• National Museum 4 kms away
• Connaught Place 3 kms away
• Lotus Temple 12 kms away
• Humayun's Tomb 10 kms away