Anuradha Dutta Sur

Anuradha Dutta Sur was born in England in 1971. A part of her childhood days were spent in Iran, where she grew up amidst a multinational community in the pre- as well as, the crucial post-Revolution days. She took her Honours degree in History from Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi, and subsequently completed her post-graduation in History from the University of Delhi in 1994. Having lived a significant number of years in Delhi, she had the scope to study the important heritage sites of the capital and its numerous historical buildings. Her stay outside of the country gave her exposure to various aspects of Persian culture and language; and most significantly, an understanding of the antecedents of our medieval rulers. Lal Kot to Lal Qila ? The Architectural Heritage of Delhi is her first book, born out of her love for the subject in general; and a special fascination for the ruined forts and palaces of this historical city.