Firoz Shah palace complex

Firoz Shah palace complex is a palace structure built from red sandstone with domed roofs and multiple gates, the main entrance being the Shahi Darwaza. The buildings demonstrate the architectural sophistication of a medieval administrative center with various interconnected structures.

Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq of the Delhi Sultanate built this fortified complex between 1354 and 1356 as an administrative center positioned near trade routes. The construction allowed the ruler to exercise control over the region and manage important affairs.

The Lat ki Masjid mosque within the complex houses an Ashokan pillar in its courtyard, blending Islamic and Indian heritage in a single space. Visitors today can observe how two different traditions come together in the stonework.

The complex is accessible from sunrise to sunset, and the Archaeological Survey of India maintains the site. It is best to visit early in the morning when light is better for photography and fewer visitors are present.

The structure contains an underground tunnel system originally built for storage and possibly for escape during emergencies. This hidden infrastructure reveals how carefully planned this medieval building was.

Location: Hisar district

Architectural style: Seljuk architecture

Made from material: sandstone

GPS coordinates: 29.16691,75.72029

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:44