Naubat khana — Attraction in Delhi

In the east wall of the court stands the now-isolated Naubat Khana (Persian: "Waiting Hall"), also known as Nakkar Khana (drum house). Music was performed daily at scheduled times within the Red Fort, and it was required of everyone, except members of the royalty, to dismount during these performances. Later Mughal emperors Jahandar Shah (1712–1713) and Farrukhsiyar (1713–1719) are believed to have been murdered here. The Indian War Memorial Museum is located on the second floor.The vaulted arcade of the Chhatta Chowk ends in the centre of the outer court, which measured 540 by 360 feet (160 m × 110 m).[69] The side arcades and the central tank of the Red Fort were demolished following the...

Naubat Khana or Naqar Khana used to be the place where musicians played whenever roya dignitaries used to arrive in the Red Fort to meet the emperor. They used to play Nagara and other musical instruments. Today, the grand building remains in relatively good condition after it was restored by ASI. It would be the first monument we see after entering the Chatta Bazaar. ♿✔️ Wheelchair accessible entrance is available ♿🚻✔️ Wheelchair accessible washrooms are available 🎟️✔️ Tickets are available in the ticket counter or can be...

In the east wall of the court stands the now-isolated Naubat Khana ("Waiting Hall"), also known as (drum house). Music was played daily, at scheduled times and everyone, except royalty, were required to dismount. Later Mughal kings Jahandar Shah (1712–13) and Farrukhsiyar (1713–19) are said to have been murdered here. The Indian War Memorial Museum is located on the second floor. The vaulted arcade of the Chhatta Chowk ends in the centre of the outer court. The side arcades and central tank were demolished after the...