Takht-i-Akbari — Attraction in Punjab

Takhat-i-Akbari has a very prominent place in Indian history as the crowning ceremony of the Great Mughal Emperor Akbar took place here in 1556.

Is located in the city of Kalanaur in Gurdaspur district of Punjab. The site is surrounded by agricultural land and is accessible via village roadways. It is about a kilometre or so away from the main street. When I visited in the evening, I was the only person there and was able to walk around freely and take pictures at my leisure. The site has had some preservation, however, I would say overall much more can be done to restore this site considering it’s prominent place in the history of the subcontinent. There is no admissions ticket which is required and parking is available. There are also restrooms for public use.

This site is definitely a worthwhile place to visit if you are interested in Islamic history in India or Indian...

It is a neglected historical monument craving for attention. This monument has great value as this was the place Akbar was coordinated as emperor of Hindustan. Its development would definitely boost border tourism in Kalanaur if Punjab tourism took steps in the direction. There is no proper road to this place due to encroachment by locals. All that's left is a platform reminding us of an important event that took place...

Takht-i-Akbari has a great importance in the history of the Mughal Era.Around in 1655 Humayun died in Delhi and Teen Akbar was present in Kalanaur with Bairam Khan.Bairam Khan decided not to disclose about death of Humayun.Later in 1656,as per the Turk traditions,a masonry Takht was made and Akbar was made Shahanshah.This place was in shambles but presently it has been developed by ASI and Punjab...