Panipat Tourism

Panipat pronunciation is a historic as well as an ancient city in the Panipat District in Haryana state, India,. Panipat was one of the five cities (prasthas) founded by the Pandava brothers during the times of Mahabharata; its historic name being Paneprastha. Panipat was the scene of three pivotal battles in Indian history. . The Panipat city was declared as a District on 1, Jan 1992.

Panipat is situated on the banks of the river Yamuna This district is bordered by Karnal , Sonipat , Jind and Kaithal and the state of Uttar Pradesh . It is just 90 kms from the national capital Delhi on National Highway- 1. .Today Panipat is an industrial town and is known for its handloom products. The district headquarter is situated in Panipat town. Other smaller towns are Samalkha, Israna and Naultha. The total area of Panipat district is 1,754 sq km and its population is 8,33,000 .

Panipat is the city of textiles and carpets. It is also known for its world famous pickle 'Pachranga International'. This city is also famous for its handloom industry. It is also home to many industries such as Indian Oil Co. Ltd. (IOCL) Refinery, NTPC Thermal Power Plant and National Fertilizers Limited. It is the biggest centre for cheap blankets and carpets in India. The main places of attraction are the Graves of Ibrahim Lodhi, Kabuli Bagh, Devi Mandir, Kala Amb, Salar Gunj Gate, and Tomb of Bu-Ali Shah Kalandar.

History
The district boasts of its rich history and has witnessed some major events of the old days. Its glorious place in the Indian history cannot be avoided. According to Hindu legend, Panipat got its mention as 'Panpat' in the five villages that were demanded by the Pandavas in the Mahabharata times. Apart from that, the district has witnessed three important battles of Indian history.

Tourist Attractions

Kabuli Bagh
Built by Babur, Kabuli Bagh is a structure of ancient times. The mosque was named after Kabuli Begam, wife of Babur. Later, additions were made to this mosque by other rulers. The major additions were Chabutara Fateh Mubarak by Humayun, who defeated Salim Shah. Flanked by chambers and a Persian inscription, the mosque draws the attention of the heritage admirers all over the world.

Devi Temple
Dedicated to local goddess, the temple is a prime place of the district. Located on the banks of a tank, the temple is famous for its ancient sculptures and one of a kind architecture.

Panipat Museum
Panipat Museum was established as the information centre, from where tourists can collect the information of three legendary battles. It displays archaeology, history and artifacts of the district. Antiquities, pottery, art and craft, armoury, jewellery, objects, inscriptions, paintings and many other interesting things speak volume about this legendary place.?

Haryana Tourism

Haryana Tourism offers numerous options for sightseeing and exploration. This state is home to numerous monuments and palaces, tombs and temples. If you love exploring religious places, then there is ample scope for that here. Haryana is also home to cities like Gurgaon which boasts incredible water and amusement parks. There are public parks, museums and lakes which are great for planning an outing with your family and friends. Besides, it has a lively folk culture which is reflected in its music, arts, dance and festivals. A visitor immediately falls in love with its lush green landscape and the rustic beauty of its countryside.