Fateh Burj
 Fateh Burj (victory Tower) | |
| Established | November 30, 2011 |
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| Location | Mohali, Punjab, India |
The Fateh Burj (English: The Victory Tower; Punjabi: ਫਤਿਹ ਬੁਰਜ) is the tallest minar in India situated in the historical village of Chappar Chiri in the SAS Nagar district, Punjab.[1] The 328 ft tower is dedicated to establishment of the Sikh Misls in a large part of India in 1711.[2]
History
Main article: Battle of Chappar Chiri
In 1710, Banda Singh Bahadur won the battle against Wazir Khan, who commanded the Mughal army at Chappar Chiri. Wazir Khan had planned to stop the march of the Sikh army led by Banda Singh Bahadur to Sirhind.[3]
Historical Description of Fateh Burj
Statue of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur at Chappar Chiri
Night view of Fateh Burj
The November 14, 2016 supermoon and the Sikh religion's iconic symbol Khanda of Fateh Burj visible in its centre
References
- ↑ "Badal inaugurates tallest victory tower". MSN. 30 November 2011. Retrieved 18 November 2012.
- ↑ Bajwa, Harpreet (1 December 2011). "Fateh Burj, India's tallest victory tower, thrown open". Indian Express. Retrieved 18 November 2012.
- ↑ Dhaliwal, Sarbjit. "With eye on history, Sukhbir opts for Chappar Chiri". The Tribune. Retrieved 18 November 2012.
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