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What is Delhi Gate?

Delhi Gate is the gate of old walled city of Delhi which is also known as Shah-jahan-abad. The gate connects old city of Delhi with the new. It is located on the southern gate in the middle of the road.

Delhi Gate was built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638. The Emperor used this gate to go to Jama Masjid for prayer. In design and architecture, Delhi Gate is similar to the northern gate of walled city, the Kashmiri Gate which was built in 1653.

Source: Above answer is based on information given on internet and history books.

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