The city of Hisar or if one wants to be more historically precise then ‘Hisar-e-Firoza’ was founded by Tuglaq dynasty ruler Firoz Shah Tuglaq in 14th century. The Emperor had built a fort here and also brought a canal to this area.
Several historically important monuments are here including Guzri Mahal of 14th century, Jehaj-kothi (or George-Kothi i.e. Residence of George Thomas) of late 18th century, Cattle Farm of early 19th century, St.Thomas Church of mid 19th century and several temples from 19th century.
There are also a few monuments which are quite old but because of the absence of any evidence, it is not possible to accurately associate a particular time with them. One such monument is situated very near to Mahaveer Stadium and CCS Haryana Agriculture University. This unknown monument is a tomb but of whom,that we are not sure of.
Several historically important monuments are here including Guzri Mahal of 14th century, Jehaj-kothi (or George-Kothi i.e. Residence of George Thomas) of late 18th century, Cattle Farm of early 19th century, St.Thomas Church of mid 19th century and several temples from 19th century.
There are also a few monuments which are quite old but because of the absence of any evidence, it is not possible to accurately associate a particular time with them. One such monument is situated very near to Mahaveer Stadium and CCS Haryana Agriculture University. This unknown monument is a tomb but of whom,that we are not sure of.
Unknown Monument at Hisar
Although there is a sign board that says that this monument is under the protection of Archaeological Department but the condition of this warning board itself is an indicator of the situation of the PROTECTED MONUMENT. Instead the department should have erected a detailed descriptive board so that we all can know something about the monument also.
Another view of the monument
Floor is full of bat droppings and garbage, Roof may
collapse any time soon, Stairs are half broken and after seeing the condition
of the roof it appears that perhaps the department has started
supporting the concept of terrace gardening.One has to fight with thorny bushes to make way for reaching the top of this monument for a closer look.
I am thankful of my friend Luxmi for
accompanying me there.About Hisar :- Hisar is situated at a distance of 150 Km from Delhi on National Highway No. 10.
About Monument :- This monument is situated behind Mahaveer Stadium and is very close to CCS Haryana Agriculture University.
Co-ordinates of the monument:- 29°08’52.00”N 75°42’59.54”E
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