The Saga of Patiala
Category
World & Indian Cities
Era / Tenure
Historic Legacy
Leaderboard Rank
#59 in World & Indian Cities
Verified Hearts
34,500 Hearts
ORIGINS & BACKGROUND
Profile & Early Foundations
Patiala (Punjabi pronunciation: [pʌʈeɑ̈ːɭɑ]) is a city in southeastern Punjab, northwestern India. It is the fourth largest city in the state and is the administrative capital of Patiala district.
THE JOURNEY & BREAKTHROUGHS
Major Works & Significant Milestones
Patiala is located around the Qila Mubarak (the 'Blessed Castle') constructed by a chieftain Ala Singh, who founded the royal dynasty of Patiala State in 1763, and after whom the city is named.
Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment
Patiala is located around the Qila Mubarak (the 'Blessed Castle') constructed by a chieftain Ala Singh, who founded the royal dynasty of Patiala State in 1763, and after whom the city is named.
