History
Aligarh, a city in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its locks as well as the Aligarh Muslim University.
Overview
Aligarh, a city in the Braj region of Uttar Pradesh, is famous for its locks as well as the Aligarh Muslim University.
Historical Timeline
1194
In 1194, Qutb-ud-din Aibak mounted a successful invasion of the region and Hisam-ud-din Ulbak was installed as the first Muslim governor; court-historian Hasan Nizami noted Kol to be "one of the most celebrated fortresses of Hind".
1524
Most notable few of them are Aligarh Fort, Jama Masjid, Khereshwar Temple which is the birthplace of Swami Shri Haridas Ji, Dor fortress (1524), which is now in ruins, lies at the city's centre, its site is in the area now called Upper Fort
Historical Sites
Aligarh Fort
AMU Campus
Khair
Harduaganj
Sir Syed Mosque
Notable Figures
Aligarh Fort
AMU Campus
Khair
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