Mutiny Memorial, National memorial at Ridge Road, Delhi, India.
Description
Mutiny Memorial rises in four tiers from an octagonal base, built with red sandstone and featuring Gothic architectural details. The structure includes memorial plaques on its lowest level and stands as a prominent landmark in the area.
History
Built in 1863 by the Public Works Department, this memorial honors soldiers of the Delhi Field Force who fought during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Its construction came several years after the events it commemorates.
Culture
The memorial received the name Ajitgarh in 1972, with plaques that honor Indian freedom fighters as martyrs rather than adversaries. This name change reflects how the place is understood and remembered today.
Practical
You can enter through the gate opposite Bara Hindu Rao Hospital, near Delhi University and the Old Telegraph Building. The location is easy to find and nearby landmarks help with orientation.
Did you know?
The memorial was built intentionally taller than the neighboring Ashoka Pillar, with seven faces carrying memorial plaques on its lowest level. This deliberate design choice sets it apart from other monuments in the area.
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