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Fatehpur Sikri is a 16th-century fortified city located 37 km southwest of Agra, built by Emperor Akbar as his capital from 1571 to 1585. Abandoned due to water scarcity, the remarkably preserved red sandstone complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Akbar founded the city to honour Sufi saint Salim Chishti, who correctly predicted the birth of his heir. The complex blends Hindu, Islamic, and Jain architectural elements reflecting Akbar's syncretic philosophy. It was effectively abandoned by 1585.