Quila Rai Pithora, established by Chauhan Rajputs was the first city located in the current South Delhi near Qutab Complex. Quila Rai Pithora of Delhi is the oldest incarnations of the city. Thus being built in the 10th century, it is one of the important Delhi Historical Sites. Quila Rai Pithora in Delhi was the first seat of urban settlements in Delhi region.

Quila Rai Pithora was established on the grounds of the Lal Kot, which was a fort of Anang Pal, a Tomar Rajput ruler. After the Rajput ruler, Prithviraj Chauhan came to the power, the Lal Kot was converted to a major fort city. It was built on the remains of another city, which had existed there. As a matter of fact, the materials of the previous city were also used in building the Quila Rai Pithora. The city was surrounded by a wall of 10 to 18 meters for safety and protection. This wall was further surrounded by a ditch to ensure complete security. There were 13 gates of the city, though none of them remain today.

Quila Rai Pithora has great historical importance as it was the heart of commercial as well as political activities during that period.

Last Updated on 04 July 2011