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FATEHPUR SIKRI TOURISM

Constructed by Emperor Akbar as part of his plans to build a grand capital for his empire, the World Heritage Site of Fatehpur Sikri is 39 km away from Agra in Uttar Pradesh. Fatehpur Sikri served as the Mughal capital from 1571 to 1585. Spread across eight sq km, the city is about three miles long and one mile wide. Built with red Sikri sandstone, the city’s architecture is a blend of Islamic and Hindu styles. The sandstone throughout the city has exquisite ornamental carvings and interlaced decorative designs.

Akbar, who longed for an heir, was assured of sons by the Sufi mystic Salim Chishti. When the son was born, Akbar named him Salim in honor of the Sufi saint. Salim later came to be known as Jahangir after he ascended the throne. Following his military victories in Rajasthan, Akbar decided to build a new capital and chose Sikri village, where the Sufi saint used to live. The city was christened Fatehabad, Fateh meaning victory. It later came to be known as Fatehpur Sikri. ALSO SEE Best Things to do in Fatehpur Sikri, the Mughal Capital Founded by Emperor Akbar

Ethnic ruins of Fatehpur Sikri

Ethnic ruins of Fatehpur Sikri

The planning and construction of the walled city took 15 years. Akbar took great interest in its planning and building. Planned on Persian principles, Akbar tried to revive the glory of old Persian courts. The architecture is a mix of Indian architectural styles especially Gujarati and Bengali styles as skilled craftsmen from different regions were employed for the construction of the city.

Fatehpur Sikri had royal palaces, halls for public and private audience, the zenana or the quarters for women, courtyards and grand avenues. Jama Masjid or the grand mosque was the first structure to be constructed with the rest of the city built around it. The aristocrats had residences on a higher plane than the commoners. Buland Darwaza, Panch Mahal, Diwan-I-Aam, Diwan-I-Khaas, Sheikh Salim Chishti tomb and Birbal Bhavan are some of the must visited buildings in Fatehpur Sikri.

Besides its historical and architectural importance, Fatehpur Sikri was the place where the legends about Akbar’s Navratnas (or nine jewels, a reference to his nine ministers) took shape. The city remained Akbar’s capital for 14 years. It was abandoned in 1585 due to acute shortage of water in the region. Today, the city lies uninhabited but mostly intact.

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN FATEHPUR SIKRI

Fatehpur Sikri railway station has the most number of budget hotels. A government guest house is located less than a km south of the city. The mid-range hotels are mainly clustered around the bus stand and on State Highway 45.

BEST PLACES TO EAT IN FATEHPUR SIKRI

There are a few food stalls near the railway station that serve vegetarian and non-vegetarian food items. There is a railway food stall that serves North Indian cuisine. Carry food and water when visiting the monuments as there are no food stalls around.

BEST TIME TO VISIT FATEHPUR SIKRI

The average minimum and maximum temperature of Fatehpur Sikri is as given below. The best time to visit Fatehpur Sikri is also specified.

MONTH BEST TIME MIN. TEMP (°C)MAX. TEMP (°C)
JanuaryBest time723
FebruaryBest time1127
March1633
April2139
May2742
June2940
July2735
August2633
September2534
October1934
NovemberBest time1330
DecemberBest time925

Place to visit in FATEHPUR SIKRI

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Diwan-I-Khas

Located in the north-east area of the majestic complex the Hall of Private Audience i.e.…

Diwan-I-Aam

Built by Akbar in the 16th century, this place is a homage in the memory…

Buland Darwaza

Buland Darwaza was built to celebrate the success of King Akbar over Gujarat. With the…

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Articles About FATEHPUR SIKRI

  • Water Tank From 16th-Century Mughal Era Found in Fatehpur Sikri, ASI to Undertake More Excavations

    Fatehpur Sikri was known for its mansions, gardens, pavilions, stables and caravansaries. The Baradari has survived in a recognizable shape.

    IANS January 21, 2021, 10:54 am IST

  • Why Taj Mahal, Agra Fort Not Open to Public Today? List of Historic Monuments to Remain Shut For People

    All the historic monuments protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) were closed for around three months due to the coronavirus lockdown.

    India.com News Desk July 6, 2020, 3:16 pm IST

  • Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha results 2019: Aligarh, Hathras, Mathura, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Firozabad, Mainpuri Winners List

    Uttar Pradesh Lok Sabha Election Results 2019 Round-wise Vote Counting Updates for Aligarh, Hathras, Mathura, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Firozabad and Mainpuri Lok Sabha Seats

    India.com News Desk May 23, 2019, 7:08 pm IST

  • Uttar Pradesh: Over 62 Per Cent Votes Cast in Second Phase of Polls

    The Election Commission put the overall voter turnout at 62.30 per cent for the eight seats at 6 pm, the closing time for polling.

    PTI April 18, 2019, 10:50 pm IST

  • Uttar Pradesh: Overall Polling Percentage of 24.31 Reported Till 11 AM

    Uttar Pradesh Congress president Raj Babbar and BJP's Hema Malini are among the candidates whose fate will be decided in Thursday's polling.

    PTI April 18, 2019, 2:45 pm IST

  • With Folded Hands, Prateik Babbar Campaigns For His Father Raj Babbar in UP's Fatehpur Sikri

    Raj Babbar had earlier conducted a roadshow in Fatehpur Sikri. He had claimed that the BJP did not do any work in the district in…

    India.com News Desk April 12, 2019, 5:02 pm IST

  • Lok Sabha Elections 2019: Congress Fields Uttar Pradesh Unit Chief Raj Babbar From Fatehpur Sikri

    Raj Babbar's candidature was earlier announced from Moradabad. The Congress on Saturday declared 34 more candidates for the Lok Sabha polls.

    IANS March 23, 2019, 8:48 pm IST

  • SP to contest 37 seats in UP, BSP gets 38

    Lucknow, Feb 21 (PTI) The Samajwadi Party will contest 37 seats and the Bahujan Samaj Party 38 in Uttar Pradesh in the Lok Sabha polls,…

    PTI Feeds February 21, 2019, 4:42 pm IST

  • Army commander interacts with girl students in J-K's Udhampur

    Jammu, Dec 29 (PTI) On their return from a 10-day capacity building tour during which they also visited several places in New Delhi, a group…

    PTI Feeds December 29, 2018, 6:48 pm IST

  • Kejriwal launches free pilgrimage scheme for senior citizens

    New Delhi, Dec 5 (PTI) Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal Wednesday launched the 'Mukhyamantri Teerth Yatra Yojana' under which 1,100 senior citizens from each of…

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