18 min (8.5 km) via Sanoli Rd
21 min (10.1 km) via Haridwar Bypass Rd, Sanoli Rd and Kala Amb Rd
19 min (8.3 km) via Sanoli Rd and Kala Amb Rd
Coordinates: 29°23'46"N 77°1'16"E
One of the most revered sites of Panipat, this is the ground that stood like a silent spectator, beholding the clash between the Maratha forces and the Afghan army that significantly changed the face of northern India. The place where the momentous event took place is marked by the Kala Amb Park situated on the outskirts of Panipat. According to local legends, the war ground along with the nearby plantations had turned black; a mango tree, in particular, started bearing black fruits due to the unabated bloodshed. The mango tree marks the spot where the brave Maratha commander Sadashiv Rao Bhau laid his life while fighting against the Mughals. Presently, the park is Panipat’s favorite saunter point where locals visit to relax and repose.
The black mango bearing tree exists no longer, but the spot has been replaced by a red obelisk surrounded by iron fence.
A well-known place where the Third Battle of Panipat had been fought, Kala Amb is situated at 8 kms. away from Panipat city.
There is an interesting story behind the name Kala Amb. The Marathas came to North India with a belief of changing Indian polity forever.
Like Ibrahim Lodhi, the Marathas were guilty of antagonizing all potential friends and allies as well.
There was a clash between Maratha forces and the Afghan army. The Maratha force was surrounded by Afghan adversaries, more over, their lines of supply and reinforcement were cut off.
The total number of casualties of Marathas were as high as 75,000, including senior commanders and Peshwa’s son. The battle field was full of dead bodies.
Today, this site is marked by the Kala Amb Park on the outskirts of Panipat. Incredibly, people come here for a stroll in the peaceful surroundings.
In one corner of the park is a red obelisk. This marks the spot where the Maratha commander Sadashiv Rao Bhau fell in the battle.
Legend and local tradition recount that a black mango tree stood at this spot and it was under this tree that Bhau fought his last action.
The black mango tree exists no longer, but it has passed on its name to the park, hence the name: Kala Amb.
During the British regime, this obelisk was erected by the then Surveyor General of Archaeology in India. It marks the site of the Third Battle of Panipat in 1761 AD. Here, Sadashiva Rao Bhau, who commanded the Maratha resistance during the battle, is believed to have laid down his life while fighting. A brick pillar with an iron rod at the top and an iron fence surrounding the whole area marks the site. A beautiful war memorial complex has been constructed by the Battles of Panipat Memorial Society around this obelisk in about 7 acres of land. This Society was constituted by the Haryana Government in 1981 under the chairmanship of Late Shri G.D. Tapse, the then Governor of Haryana, as a mark of respect to the heroes and the soldiers, who laid down their lives in the three battles of Panipat. The Society has also set up a Panipat Museum at Village Binjhol on Panipat-Gohana road, about 5 kms. from Panipat. The materials, objects and the write-ups relating to these battles along with the archaeological and ethnological materials are exhibited in this museum.. Best Time to Visit-Morning, Afternoon, Evening.Facilities-Food Stalls, Washrooms,Recommended Hours-Min. 1 hour.Best Visited With-Group, Solo, Couple, Family.Not Allowed-Pets.Allowed-Camera, Video, Footwear. Timings- Wednesday(Eid al-Adha)-6AM–8PM(Hours might differ),Thursday-6AM–8PMFriday 6AM–8PM,Saturday-6AM–8PM,Sunday 6AM–8PM,Monday 6AM–8PM,Tuesday 6AM–8PM. Entry fees. Holiday.
21 min (10.1 km) via Haridwar Bypass Rd, Sanoli Rd and Kala Amb Rd
19 min (8.3 km) via Sanoli Rd and Kala Amb Rd
Coordinates: 29°23'46"N 77°1'16"E
One of the most revered sites of Panipat, this is the ground that stood like a silent spectator, beholding the clash between the Maratha forces and the Afghan army that significantly changed the face of northern India. The place where the momentous event took place is marked by the Kala Amb Park situated on the outskirts of Panipat. According to local legends, the war ground along with the nearby plantations had turned black; a mango tree, in particular, started bearing black fruits due to the unabated bloodshed. The mango tree marks the spot where the brave Maratha commander Sadashiv Rao Bhau laid his life while fighting against the Mughals. Presently, the park is Panipat’s favorite saunter point where locals visit to relax and repose.
The black mango bearing tree exists no longer, but the spot has been replaced by a red obelisk surrounded by iron fence.
A well-known place where the Third Battle of Panipat had been fought, Kala Amb is situated at 8 kms. away from Panipat city.
There is an interesting story behind the name Kala Amb. The Marathas came to North India with a belief of changing Indian polity forever.
Like Ibrahim Lodhi, the Marathas were guilty of antagonizing all potential friends and allies as well.
There was a clash between Maratha forces and the Afghan army. The Maratha force was surrounded by Afghan adversaries, more over, their lines of supply and reinforcement were cut off.
The total number of casualties of Marathas were as high as 75,000, including senior commanders and Peshwa’s son. The battle field was full of dead bodies.
Today, this site is marked by the Kala Amb Park on the outskirts of Panipat. Incredibly, people come here for a stroll in the peaceful surroundings.
In one corner of the park is a red obelisk. This marks the spot where the Maratha commander Sadashiv Rao Bhau fell in the battle.
Legend and local tradition recount that a black mango tree stood at this spot and it was under this tree that Bhau fought his last action.
The black mango tree exists no longer, but it has passed on its name to the park, hence the name: Kala Amb.
During the British regime, this obelisk was erected by the then Surveyor General of Archaeology in India. It marks the site of the Third Battle of Panipat in 1761 AD. Here, Sadashiva Rao Bhau, who commanded the Maratha resistance during the battle, is believed to have laid down his life while fighting. A brick pillar with an iron rod at the top and an iron fence surrounding the whole area marks the site. A beautiful war memorial complex has been constructed by the Battles of Panipat Memorial Society around this obelisk in about 7 acres of land. This Society was constituted by the Haryana Government in 1981 under the chairmanship of Late Shri G.D. Tapse, the then Governor of Haryana, as a mark of respect to the heroes and the soldiers, who laid down their lives in the three battles of Panipat. The Society has also set up a Panipat Museum at Village Binjhol on Panipat-Gohana road, about 5 kms. from Panipat. The materials, objects and the write-ups relating to these battles along with the archaeological and ethnological materials are exhibited in this museum.. Best Time to Visit-Morning, Afternoon, Evening.Facilities-Food Stalls, Washrooms,Recommended Hours-Min. 1 hour.Best Visited With-Group, Solo, Couple, Family.Not Allowed-Pets.Allowed-Camera, Video, Footwear. Timings- Wednesday(Eid al-Adha)-6AM–8PM(Hours might differ),Thursday-6AM–8PMFriday 6AM–8PM,Saturday-6AM–8PM,Sunday 6AM–8PM,Monday 6AM–8PM,Tuesday 6AM–8PM. Entry fees. Holiday.
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