Buland Darwaza, the highest gateway in India, stands majestically at Fatehpur Sikri. It was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1601 A.D. to commemorate his triumphant victory over Gujarat. Rising to a height of 53.63 meters and spanning 35 meters in width, the grand structure is accessed by ascending 42 steps. Constructed from red and buff sandstone, it is richly embellished with intricate carvings and inlaid with white and black marble. The gateway is semi-octagonal in design and crowned with ornate pillars and chhatris, creating a stunning silhouette.

Adorned with Quranic calligraphy, the Buland Darwaza reflects both architectural magnificence and spiritual depth. Its rooftop features thirteen smaller domed kiosks, stylized battlements, and elegant turrets. A profound inscription on the central façade, attributed to Jesus Christ, reveals Akbar’s religious tolerance: "The world is but a bridge, pass over but build no houses on it." Additionally, a Persian inscription on the eastern archway records Akbar’s conquest over the Deccan in 1601 A.D., further marking the historical significance of this monumental gateway.