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The history of Delhi is very rich and spans thousands of years, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Here’s a clear and simple timeline 👇
🏛️ Ancient Period
Delhi is often linked to Indraprastha, the capital of the Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata.
Archaeological evidence shows settlements existed here as early as 6th century BCE.
⚔️ Early Medieval Period (8th–12th century)
The region saw rule by Rajput kingdoms, especially the Tomar and Chauhan dynasties.
King Prithviraj Chauhan was one of the last major Hindu rulers before Muslim rule.
🕌 Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526)
After the defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan, Delhi came under Muslim rule.
The Delhi Sultanate was established.
Famous rulers included:
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
Alauddin Khalji
Major monument built: Qutub Minar
🏰 Mughal Era (1526–1857)
Founded after First Battle of Panipat by Babur.
Delhi became a major cultural and political center.
Key rulers:
Akbar
Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan built:
Red Fort
Jama Masjid
🇬🇧 British Period (1803–1947)
Delhi came under the British after defeating the Mughals.
Important event: Indian Rebellion of 1857
In 1911, the British shifted India’s capital from Kolkata to Delhi.
Built New Delhi, designed by Edwin Lutyens.
🇮🇳 Modern India (1947–Present)
After independence in 1947, Delhi became the capital of India.
It grew rapidly into a major political, cultural, and economic center.
Today, Delhi is divided into Old Delhi and New Delhi.
✨ Summary
Ancient roots → Indraprastha
Rajput rule → Chauhans
Muslim rule → Delhi Sultanate
Mughal glory → Red Fort, Jama Masjid
British era → New Delhi creation
Modern capital of India
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