The Red Fort
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The Red Fort is an historic fort in the city of Delhi in India. For almost 200 years, up until 1857, the fort was the main residence of the emperors of the Mughal Dynasty. The fort is located in the center of Delhi and houses a number of museums.
How long is the wall that surrounds the fort?
2.6 km
How many years did it take to build the fort?
8 years
Two main events happen here every year. What is one of them?
The Prime Minister delivers a speech to the people
What gave the fort its name?
The red sandstone wall
What do you see if you stand in front of Lal Qila?
A palace
What is not correct about the Lahori Gate?
It’s a memorial for fallen soldiers
What is the architectural style of the Red Fort?
Mughal
What is the fort designed to emulate?
Paradise as described in the Quran
What is the Red Fort designated as?
UNESCO World Heritage Site
What will you see when you walk along Chatta Chowk?
A bazaar
What year was the fort finished?
1648
What’s another name for the Red Fort?
Lal Qila
Which material is the fort constructed of?
Red sandstone
Which other famous building was commissioned by emperor Shah Jahan?
Taj Mahal
Which passage way leads up to the main entrance?
Chatta Chowk
Which river runs along the fort?
Yamuna
Why did 3 persons die at the fort in 2000?
There was a terrorist attack
Why is the fort only open during daylight?
There is no lighting
Lotus Temple
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The Lotus Temple in New Delhi is a "Bahá'í House of Worship" which was completed in 1986. The temple, a prominent attraction in the city, is known for its flower-like shape. People of all religions are welcome in the temple.
An opera House has a similar design as the Lotus Temple. Where can you find it?
Australia
How many entrances are available in the Lotus Temple?
9
How many “petals” does the Lotus Temple have?
27
In the year 2001, the Lotus Temple had 70 million visitors. How many visited in the year 2014?
100 million
The Dalai Lama has visited the Lotus Temple. Who is he?
The spiritual leader of Tibet
The Lotus Temple has been awarded many prizes. Which prize was it awarded in 2001?
Globart Academy
What architectural style does the Lotus Temple have?
Expressionist
What does the lotus flower symbolize?
The manifestation of God
What does the number of entrances to the Lotus Temple
represent?
The World Religions
What is another name for the Lotus Temple?
Bahá’i House of Worship
What does the Lotus Flower mean for a resident of New Delhi?
National flower
What is not true regarding the Lotus Temple?
Sermons are held every morning and evening
What is the diameter of the Lotus Temple?
70 meters
What is the name of the architect behind the Lotus Temple?
Fariborz Sahba
When did the Lotus Temple open?
1986
Where can you visit Lotus Temple?
Lotus Temple Road
Which country does the architect who designed the Lotus
Temple come from?
Iran
India Gate
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India Gate is an arch of triumph at Parade Street. India Gate was erected with the management of Edwin Lutyens. It was built as a memorial for Indian soldiers who died in battle during the First World War.
How large a surface is covered by India Gate?
306,000 m²
How many soldiers are honored there?
82,000
How many years did it take to construct the arch?
10 years
How tall is India Gate?
42 meters
In addition to honoring soldiers from World War I, soldiers from another war are honored here. Which war?
The Third Afghan War
On the top of India Gate there is a shallow oval bowl. What is its purpose?
To contain burning oil
On what street can you find this monument?
Rajpath
Standing at India Gate, which other building can you see?
The Presidential Palace
The Duke of Connaught laid the first stone of the monument in what year?
1921
What do you call the design of the construction?
Arch
What do you see when you look at “Amar Jawan Joyti”?
The Flame of the Immortal Soldier on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
What is India Gate a memorial to?
Indian soldiers who died in the First World War
What is not true about India Gate?
Cars drive through it
What is the India Gate?
A monument
What’s engraved on the walls?
The names of the fallen soldiers
What year was Amar Jawan Jyoti inaugurated?
1971
When was the monument inaugurated?
1931
Which leader inaugurated the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?
Indira Gandhi
Who designed the building?
Edwin Lutyens
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