Panipat
The historic city on the banks of the
river Yamuna is known for the three battles which changed the course of Indian
history. The first battle was fought on 26 April 1526, between Babur and
Ibrahim Lodhi, the Sultan
of Delhi. Ibrahim Lodhi was
defeated and the Mughal rule started in India. The second battle was between
isairam Khan, the guardian of young Akbar and Hemu on November 5, 1556. While
the third battle took place on 13 January, 1761 between Ahmad Shah Abdali, the
Afghan ruler and the Marathas. The Marathas were defeated and they lost their
influence in Northern India.
Tourist Acctration in Panipat
- Ibrahim Lodhi's Tomb
- Kabuli Shah Mosque
- Abu Ali Kalandar Dargah
Ibrahim Lodhi's Tomb : Ibrahim Lodhi
was killed in the battle of panipat. The simple rectangular headstone on a high
platform marks the grave of Ibrahim Lodhi. It was renovated by the British in
1866.
Kabuli Shah Mosque : It was built by
Babur after defeating Ibrahim Lodhi. When Humayun defeated Salim Shah, he built
a platform around the mosque.
Abu Ali Kalandar Dargah : It
commemorates a amous Muslim saint. Other attractions are - Jain temples, relics
of a fort and a park.
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