To celebrate, Akbar built Fatehpur Sikri, which translates to "City of Victory." Fatehpur Sikri was intended to be the capital of Agra and seat of the Mughal dynasty. Knowing this, you may ask ...

It was built to be visited by the normal people in the Akbar dynasty. Due to the great monuments in Fatehpur Sikri, UNESCO has considered it as a world heritage site. One of the highlights for ...

It was built during the second half of the 16th century by Emperor Akbar. Fatehpur Sikri is located in Agra District, Uttar Pradesh, and was constructed between 1571 and 1573. This was done ...

The abandoned capital of the Mughals, Fatehpur Sikri is a remarkably well-preserved complex reflecting Akbar the Great's ...

Fatehpur Sikri, Uttar Pradesh Founded by Emperor Akbar, Fatehpur Sikri is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that served as the capital of the Mughal Empire for a brief period. The city is known for its ...

The story of the Mughals has some of the most fascinating characters in all of history but ends in tragedy as two brothers fought over Akbar's legacy, in a battle that in the end broke Akbar's dream.

Bettany Hughes starts her journey with one of India's holiest cities: Varanasi. She then explores Fatehpur Sikri, the Imperial capital for the Mughal Emperor, Akbar.