Chappar Chiri
Chapar Chiri is a small village located in the Mohali district of Punjab, India. It is near Mohali city and is 14 km west of Chandigarh.
Chappar Chiri
Chappar Chiri Fateh | |
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Chappar Chiri | |
| Coordinates: 30°42′N 76°40′E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Punjab |
| District | Mohali |
| Founded by | Banda Singh Bahadur |
| Named for | Battle of Chappar Chiri |
| Government | |
| • Type | Punjab Mohali GMADA |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Punjabi |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
The village is famous due to Fateh Burj (English: The Victory Tower) is the tallest victory tower (minar) in the country. The 420 ft tower is dedicated to the establishment of Sikh rule in India in 1710. It is also known as Baba Banda Singh Bahadur War Memorial. It was here that Banda Singh Bahadur, one of the most respected Sikh warriors, won a decisive battle against Wazir Khan, commander of the Mughal army.[3]
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