Sher Shah Gate

the structure of Sher Shah Darwaza gate is a fine example of Ashlar and rubble masonry work. While Ashlar is a finely dressed stone, which is given the shape of bricks and has smooth edges and parallel faces, in rubble masonry, random uncut stones are fixed with mortar. Ashlar stones are generally used as tiles to decorate structure façades. Delhi Darshan bus, car, cab tour hire rental from Sher Shah Gate will provide you with city sightseeing.

The complex construction of the Sher Shah Darwaza (gate), one of the surviving entrances to the sixth city of Delhi. Adorned with jharokhas (overhanging windows) and kangoora (motif) battlements in the front, the gateway is flanked by bastions. There are stairs in the rear to access the upper floors. Entry to the structure is currently restricted for ensuring safety.

Location:

Next to Khair-ul-Manazil Masjid, Opposite Delhi Zoo, New Delhi, Delhi 110003 Google Map Location

History:

This Darwaza/ Gate was built in the 16th century by Sher Shah Suri. Sher Shah Darwaza, the imposing structure standing tall next to the Delhi High Court on Mathura Road, was the western gate to the city of Shergarh and was constructed by Sher Shah Suri, the Pashtun founder of the Sur Empire in 1540s, soon after he defeated the second Mughal emperor Mirza Nasiruddin Baig Muhammad Khan Humayun. You may include this tourist attraction in your Delhi Tour Packages.

Tourist Attractions Nearby:

• Purana Qila
• Old Fort Lake
• National Craft Museum
• National Science Centre
• Khair-ul-Manazil Masjid
• Kilkari Baba Bhairav Nath Mandir (Bhairon Mandir)

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