Patiala , Punjab
About Patiala
Patiala, the second largest city in Punjab State, is situated to South-eastern part of Punjab. The entire city was Spreaded around the renowned fort of Patiala, called “Qila Mubarak”. In this modernized culture, even now you could see Punjabi Men in Patiala wearing traditional Turban and Paranda, Punjabi Women wearing Patiala Trousers and Jutti (kind of footwear). Patiala has many prestigious educational institutes. Patiala was the first city to have the degree college which was opened in 18th century in this region of India. You can feel the Rajput Style and elegance got mixed in Patiala’s culture and traditions.
Patiala Gharana, a form of Hindustani Music was established and popularized by patronage of Maharajas of Patiala. Enormous famous musicians from Mughal Dynasty came and joined the Gharana School after the Mughal Empire was demolished in Delhi. Also during Indo-Pakistan partition, many Muslim Refugees settled down in the Patiala areas. The then King called Maharaja Yadavindra Singh along with his wife worked diligently for the wellness of the refugees.
Patiala is renowned for high quality carpets, textiles and handicrafts. Near Chhoti Bardari, Phulakari Emporium offers the best of Phulakari Works. Old Qila Mubarak gives you the splendid bangles, Paranda, colored Nala and Punjabi Jutti.
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Qila Mubarak, Punjab
2 km from Patiala - See map
Qila Mubarak is the fine and exemplary piece of Sikh Palace Architecture. Initially Qila Mubarak was just a Mud Fort called “Kachigarhi”....
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Kali Devi Temple, Pondicherry
2.4 km from Patiala - See map
Maharaja Bhupinder Singh established the Kali Devi Temple in 1936. This temple is most sacred Hindu religious center. The six foot deity of Kali...
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Sheesh Mahal, Patiala, Punjab
2.5 km from Patiala - See map
The most attractive tourist spot in Patiala, Sheesh Mahal was established in the year 1847 by Maharaja of Patiala named Narinder Singh. Maharaja...
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Baradari Garden, Patiala, Punjab
2.7 km from Patiala - See map
Baradari means “Twelve Doors”. Thus the garden which has twelve entrance doors is called as Baradari Garden. The Maharajah Rajinder Singh who...
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Moti Bagh Palace, Punjab
2.8 km from Patiala - See map
One of the largest residence place of world, Moti Bagh Palace was the place where royal family of Patiala Maharaja’s resided until 1940. The...
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Laxmi Narayan Mandir, Punjab
32.7 km from Patiala - See map
Laxmi Narayan Mandir located at the Ranjit Sagar dam colony is of utter important to all devotees of Lord Narayna.
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Badshahi Bagh Gurudwara, Ambala, Haryana
50.8 km from Patiala - See map
Situated near the District Court of Ambala City, Badshahi Bagh Gurudwara is a central worship place for the Sikhs. This shrine is dedicated to the...
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Old British Christian Cemetery, Ambala, Haryana
51.1 km from Patiala - See map
The British Christian Cemetery in Ambala holds an immense historical value, and even though not existing in its most decent circumstance it...
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Chattbir Zoo, Punjab
51.6 km from Patiala - See map
The zoological park which possesses nearly 100 of mammals, birds and reptile species is an interesting attraction nearby Patiala. Formerly the zoo...
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Bhawani Amba Temple. Ambala, Haryana
52.2 km from Patiala - See map
Bhawani Amba Temple in Ambala is one of the oldest and significant holy places in Haryana, a temple dedicated to Goddess Amba. The date and period...
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Holy Redeemer Church, Ambala, Haryana
57.8 km from Patiala - See map
An excellent example of Gothic style of design and architecture Holy Redeemer Church was built under the British Raj when East India Company...
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Rose Garden, Chandigarh
64.4 km from Patiala - See map
The Rose Garden is a major land mark in Chandigarh. Located in secor 16, Zakir Hussain Rose Garden is the perfect place to head to in early...
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