Tomb Of Ibrahim Khan Lodhi Built using Lakhauri bricks, this tomb marks the final resting place of Ibrahim Khan Lodhi, the Sultan of Delhi. The rectangular grave rests on a high platform and can be reached by a flight of steps. An inscription near the grave suggests that the tomb was reconstructed during the British era by the District Administration in 1867 AD. The tomb holds immense historical significance and stands as a testament to the rich and valorous history of Panipat. Ibrahim Khan ruled Delhi between 1517 and 1526 until being defeated by Mughal emperor Babur's army in the legendary Battle of Panipat. Lodhi was killed during the battle and buried at this place. Babur's successor Sher Shah Suri desired to erect a tomb for the fallen monarch, but that dream remained unfulfilled. Later, it was the British, who erected a plain platform over the place with a short Urdu inscription on it. Tomb Of Bu-Ali Shah Kalandar Dedicated to Shaikh Sharafudeen Bu Ali Qalandar Panipati, a saint of the Chisti order, who lived in India, this tomb is a prominent site on the tourist circuit. The tomb is almost 700 years old and stands as a symbol of faith, harmony and integrity. Within the enclosure, there are two more tombs: those of Hakim Mukaram Khan and the great Urdu poet of that time Maulana Altaf Hussain Ali. Every Thursday, people irrespective of their cast, creed or religion, offer prayers at this place. The annual Urs Mela (fair) held at the tomb draws devotees from all corners of the country and the site comes alive with celebrations. Regular qawwali festivals are also held at the tomb and tourists come in large numbers to enjoy the scintillating performances by traditional singers. A visit to the tomb, which lies in close proximity to the grave of Ibrahim Lodhi, makes for a truly peaceful experience. Devi Temple Devi Temple is among the most significant spiritual sites in Panipat. Dedicated to Goddess Durga, the temple draws a large number of devotees from all parts of the country. The beautifully rebuilt Devi Temple stands as a fine specimen of Indian temple architecture and invites huge crowds during Durga puja when a special prayer service is held. According to legend, when the temple was being constructed, the idol of Goddess Durga was moved from one place to another but the idol shifted back to its original place the next morning after which it was decided that the temple will be built at the exact place where the idol was found. The temple is located on the banks of a large drought pond, which has now been converted into a children's park. The same park has also been hosting Ramlila performances during Navratri (a holy nine-day festival) for the last 100 years. Hisar Situated at a distance of about 175 km from Panipat, the city of Hisar holds a prominent position in history as it was here that the first evidence of the presence of man was discovered with the excavation of pre-Harappan settlements Agroha, Banawali and Kunal. When in Hisar, tourists should visit the fascinating archaeological site of Agroha, situated 22 km from the city. Regular excavations of the site revealed that there was a fortified township at the place and people lived here from 4th century BC to 14th century AD. The excavations revealed residential and community houses built of baked bricks along with the remains of a Buddhist stupa and a Hindu temple. It is believed that the site of Agroha served as the capital of Maharaja Agrasena of the Agrawal community. Another attraction is the Firoz Shah Palace Complex, which was built by Firoz Shah Tughlaq (1351-1388 AD) in 1354 AD. The palace complex has an open courtyard surrounded by multi-story structures. The western wall of the palace has a passage with steps that lead to the terrace. The palace complex also houses underground apartments, the Diwan-e-Aam, the Gujri Mahal and the popular Lat ki Masjid. Tourists can also head to the Blue Bird Lake on the outskirts of Hisar. The wetland is home to resident and migratory birds and makes for a great picnic spot. Tourists can hire boats and enjoy bird watching. In close proximity lies the Deer Park, which is home to black bucks, spotted deer and sambar deer. The city of Hisar was founded by the Muslim ruler, Firozshah Tughlaq, in 1354 AD. The name 'Hisar' comes from an Arabic word, meaning fort. Initially, the place was called 'Hisar Firoza (also Hisar-e-Firoza) or in other words, the fort of Firoz. Chaneti Stupa The ruins of the ancient baked brick Chaneti Stupa are said to be dating back to the Mauryan period when the city of Shrughna (now Sugh) was under the rule of emperor Ashoka. According to an account given by the Chinese pilgrim Yuan Chwang, Sugh was home to a number of important stupas as well as a monastery. The village of Chaneti lies about 3 km north-west of Sugh, and it is highly likely that the stupa at Chaneti was among the ones referred to by Yuan Chwang. The architectural style of this baked brick stupa, formed by concentric layers to create a hemisphere, corresponds with the Shahpur and Dharmarajika stupas at Taxila. When constructed, the stupa was most probably surrounded by a wooden railing as no trace of a stone railing has been found. The Kushana period saw the construction of four shrines in four directions near the old circumambulatory path (pradakshina path). A new pathway was also built underneath to walk around it. This is the only place in India where Sunga period terracotta figures of Vaanara (monkey) have been found. Archaeological pieces of evidence have suggested that this was an important trade juncture on the Uttarapath, which lay on the banks of the Yamuna river. According to the travel records of Yuan Chwang, the village was big enough and important enough to be home to about a 100 Hindu temples, 10 stupas and five monasteries. Assandh Lying on the outskirts of Panipat, Assandh is a historically important site that is situated in Karnal district. The main attraction is a 2,000-year-old Buddhist stupa, which is considered to be one of the tallest in the country. The ruins of this stupa are visited by history and archaeology lovers from all parts of India. Standing 25 m high, the stupa has a diameter of 75 m and has been raised on an earthen platform. Constructed with red bricks, it is even bigger than the popular Sanchi Stupa. Historians suggest that the bricks used in its construction have a width of more than two ft, which indicates that the monument is more than two-centuries old. Assandh holds immense archaeological significance and visiting the ancient stupa makes for a truly fascinating experience. Bab-I-Faiz Gate Also known as Salarganj Gate, the intricately designed Bab-i-Faiz is built with bricks and has a stone foundation. It once served as an entrance to the historic city of Panipat and consists of two arched openings at both ends of the passage. The sides of the outer multi-fold arch are decorated with panels and arched recesses while the inner arches are cased in red sandstone. An inscription in Urdu recorded over the pointed arch of the gateway reads "Bab-i-Faiz Nawab Sadiq-1129", thus the gateway is known as Bab-i-Faiz gate, which means door of beneficence. The gate stands as a testament to the historic past of Panipat and adds to the old-world charm of the bustling city. It was built by Nawab Sadiq in 1737 AD.
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