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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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