Unravelling the mysteries of the Red Fort, Delhi
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Was the Red Fort really red when it was first built? Just how long did Shah Jahan live here? What was life like for the royal ladies in the fort?And what makes the monument so special?Welcome to the Storytrails podcast. In this episode, we explore the Red Fort complex with Anisha Shekar Mukherji, a conservation architect who will share her knowledge of this grand monument. Hop on as we explore the citadel of Power in India, The Red Fort in Delhi.
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