Aligarh

3 km from city center 1 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Jama Masjid is the oldest historical monument located in the Upper Fort area of Aligarh, the highest point in the city. Described as Asia's highest gold mosque, its dome and minarets are made of pure gold, unlike any other mosque in Asia. It is also the first mosque in India housing tombs of the martyrs, also known as Ganj-e-Shaheedan (Martyrs' colony). 2 km from city center 2 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Aligarh Fort, also known as Aligarh Quila, is one of India's strongest forts. Popularly called as "Bonay Chor ka Kila" (dwarf thief's fort), it represents historic Islamic influences through its exquisite architecture and intricate symbolic carvings, though most of it is in ruins now. 2 km from city center 3 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Sir Syed House Museum, located in the Aligarh Muslim University, is a well-known art gallery amongst the locals. Formerly the museum was Sir Syed’s home, the founder of Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (which was converted into Aligarh Muslim University in 1920). 1 km from city center 4 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Located in Aligarh, the Khereshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for the holy Shiva linga, which is so small that it is popularly known as Invisible Shiva linga. Other highlights of the temple include metallic mural engraved ceiling and brass idols of other Hindu deities. 2 km from city center 5 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh ...

Running time 114 minutes Country India Languages Budget ₹11 crore Box office ₹4.27 crore Aligarh is a 2015 Indian The film had its world premiere at the 20th Plot [ ] Set in the city of Cast [ ] • • • • • Nutan Surya as • Divya Unny as Reporter • Suman Vaidya as Shadab Qureshi • Devyansh Agnihotri (Child Artist) • Saptrishi Ghosh as Assistant Lawyer • • Sukhesh Arora as Tahir Islam • Sumit Gulati as Tashi • Sachin Parikh as Anuj • Balaji Gauri as Nita Grewal • K.R.Parmeshwar as Prof. Sridharan • Prashant Kumar as Rickshaw wala Production [ ] The film was shot in various parts of Uttar Pradesh including Reception [ ] Aligarh had its European première at the 59th BFI The Aligarh called it "Probably the best film yet on the Aligarh had its India première in Mumbai at the 17th Aligarh is masterfully directed: it is that rare film that courageously stands for human rights, including those of homosexuals, yet offers a quiet, distilled perspective." Gay rights activist and editor of Bombay Dost magazine, Aligarh "a masterpiece of cinematic skills" and went on to say "What Mehta and writer Apurva Asrani have done is pluck out a commonplace professor in a commonplace university and weave a true life story into a tapestry of terrifying, compelling drama." Accolades [ ] Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result Ref. 2016 Won Best Actor Won 2017 Nominated Won Nominated Nominated Nominated Nominated Nominated See also [ ] • References [ ] • Hansal MEHTA (8 August 2009). . Retrieved 1 Feb...

Dear Students, Faculty Members, and Aligs, I heartily welcome you all to a new voyage of hopes, expectations, and responsibility. It is indeed a moment of great challenge for me to lead this great institution. The Aligarh Muslim University has in the past experienced phases where we faced difficult times, but the spirit of AMU...

Teerthdham Magalayatanam complex located on Aligarh – Agra highway on the outskirt of Aligarh , is considered as one of the largest Jain religious centers of its kind in the country. In the Mangalayatan complex, it is an attractive place The famous campus; dedicated to Jain Religion, has 5 temples inside the complex. Bhagwan Mahavir, Bhagwan Adinath, Bhagwan Bahubali. Bhagwan Adinath Swami Mansthamb., Bhagwan Jiwani Mandir, The Bahubali Temple, which covers an area of the 4000 sq.feet . The temple houses a white marble statue of Bhagwan Bahubali, in standing posture. The 7'3" high statue of the Bahubali stands on a 24" high lotus platform. Two identical temples one of Adinath and other of ‘Muniraj Bharat & Muniraj Bahubali’ are on both sides of main temple. In standing posture, the temple also has statues of Muniraj Bharat and Muniraj Bahubali. The architecture design of the temple is same as that of the Mahavir temple. With portraits of Muniraj Padmaprabhamaldharidev and Dharsenacharyadev, the hall of the temple has been adorned. These portraits have been engraved on 4' x 4.5' sized marble panels. The marble slabs of 4' x 2' size. In addition to above Dhanya Munidasha Caves are the other attractions of campus. Swadya Bhavan for assembly & meditation, Mangal Vidyapeeth for education of children The temple campus also houses a Swadya Bhavan for assembly & meditation & Mangal Vidyapeeth for education of children, where courses on knowledge of Jain Philosophy are also c...

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Locks and brass articrafts are manufactured in Aligarh district. The locks of Aligarh is so famous that it is known as 'Tala Nagri'. The district even exports Brass Artwares, Glass Beeds and other electrical items to different industries of the world. Tourists come to Aligarh to visit Jama Masjid of Aligarh and Aligarh Fort. Facts of Aligarh District State Uttar Pradesh District Aligarh District HQ Aligarh Population (2011) 3673889 Growth 22.78% Sex Ratio 882 Literacy 67.52 Area (km 2) 3747 Density (/km 2) 1007 Tehsils Koil, Khair, Atrauli, Iglas, Gabhana Lok Sabha Constituencies Aligarh Assembly Constituencies Aligarh, Atrauli, Barauli, Chharra, Iglas, Khair, Koil Languages Hindi & Urdu Rivers --- Lat-Long 27.900383,78.079734 Travel Destinations Aligarh Fort, Chacha Nehru Gyan Pushp, Naqvi Park, The Mangalayatan, Jama Masjid etc. Government Colleges/Universities Aligarh Muslim University, Mangalayatan University, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Sir Ziauddin Dental College, Abdulla Girls College, Azmal Khan Tibiya College, D S College, S V College, Tikaram Girls College etc. Last Updated on : February 8, 2018

Set in a bucolic landscape, Aligarh’s strongholds have shifted from the Rajputs to Mughals, and then to the British until it was ultimately proclaimed an independent city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Given the city’s vast heritage, there are lots of historical monuments, forts, and museums worth exploring here. And, while these touristy spots make the city a formidable destination to explore, the sprawling campus of Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) pins Aligarh as a prominent educational centre as well. Save this list of top things to do in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, and you’ll be able to experience what this humble Indian town has to offer. Source: With its construction dating back to the 16th century, the magnificent Aligarh Fort boasts a mix of Indo-French architectural styles, accentuated by an exquisite Islamic design. Although most of the forts’ carvings and finer details are lost in ruins now, its grand arched entrance, towering minarets, imposing bastions, and sprawling terraces provide a glimpse into the grandeur it once had. Today, the fort is a popular sightseeing spot and its gardens, overseen by AMU’s Department of Botany, are a visual delight. Aligarh Fort Address: Qila, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh 202001 Opening hours: 8am - 6pm (daily) Price: Free 2. Pay your respects at Khereshwar Temple Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing Dedicated to Hindu Lord Shiva, Khereshwar Temple is among the most prominent holy sites in the region. Wit...

3 km from city center 1 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Jama Masjid is the oldest historical monument located in the Upper Fort area of Aligarh, the highest point in the city. Described as Asia's highest gold mosque, its dome and minarets are made of pure gold, unlike any other mosque in Asia. It is also the first mosque in India housing tombs of the martyrs, also known as Ganj-e-Shaheedan (Martyrs' colony). 2 km from city center 2 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Aligarh Fort, also known as Aligarh Quila, is one of India's strongest forts. Popularly called as "Bonay Chor ka Kila" (dwarf thief's fort), it represents historic Islamic influences through its exquisite architecture and intricate symbolic carvings, though most of it is in ruins now. 2 km from city center 3 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Sir Syed House Museum, located in the Aligarh Muslim University, is a well-known art gallery amongst the locals. Formerly the museum was Sir Syed’s home, the founder of Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (which was converted into Aligarh Muslim University in 1920). 1 km from city center 4 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh Located in Aligarh, the Khereshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is known for the holy Shiva linga, which is so small that it is popularly known as Invisible Shiva linga. Other highlights of the temple include metallic mural engraved ceiling and brass idols of other Hindu deities. 2 km from city center 5 out of 6 Places To Visit in Aligarh ...

Teerthdham Magalayatanam complex located on Aligarh – Agra highway on the outskirt of Aligarh , is considered as one of the largest Jain religious centers of its kind in the country. In the Mangalayatan complex, it is an attractive place The famous campus; dedicated to Jain Religion, has 5 temples inside the complex. Bhagwan Mahavir, Bhagwan Adinath, Bhagwan Bahubali. Bhagwan Adinath Swami Mansthamb., Bhagwan Jiwani Mandir, The Bahubali Temple, which covers an area of the 4000 sq.feet . The temple houses a white marble statue of Bhagwan Bahubali, in standing posture. The 7'3" high statue of the Bahubali stands on a 24" high lotus platform. Two identical temples one of Adinath and other of ‘Muniraj Bharat & Muniraj Bahubali’ are on both sides of main temple. In standing posture, the temple also has statues of Muniraj Bharat and Muniraj Bahubali. The architecture design of the temple is same as that of the Mahavir temple. With portraits of Muniraj Padmaprabhamaldharidev and Dharsenacharyadev, the hall of the temple has been adorned. These portraits have been engraved on 4' x 4.5' sized marble panels. The marble slabs of 4' x 2' size. In addition to above Dhanya Munidasha Caves are the other attractions of campus. Swadya Bhavan for assembly & meditation, Mangal Vidyapeeth for education of children The temple campus also houses a Swadya Bhavan for assembly & meditation & Mangal Vidyapeeth for education of children, where courses on knowledge of Jain Philosophy are also c...

Running time 114 minutes Country India Languages Budget ₹11 crore Box office ₹4.27 crore Aligarh is a 2015 Indian The film had its world premiere at the 20th Plot [ ] Set in the city of Cast [ ] • • • • • Nutan Surya as • Divya Unny as Reporter • Suman Vaidya as Shadab Qureshi • Devyansh Agnihotri (Child Artist) • Saptrishi Ghosh as Assistant Lawyer • • Sukhesh Arora as Tahir Islam • Sumit Gulati as Tashi • Sachin Parikh as Anuj • Balaji Gauri as Nita Grewal • K.R.Parmeshwar as Prof. Sridharan • Prashant Kumar as Rickshaw wala Production [ ] The film was shot in various parts of Uttar Pradesh including Reception [ ] Aligarh had its European première at the 59th BFI The Aligarh called it "Probably the best film yet on the Aligarh had its India première in Mumbai at the 17th Aligarh is masterfully directed: it is that rare film that courageously stands for human rights, including those of homosexuals, yet offers a quiet, distilled perspective." Gay rights activist and editor of Bombay Dost magazine, Aligarh "a masterpiece of cinematic skills" and went on to say "What Mehta and writer Apurva Asrani have done is pluck out a commonplace professor in a commonplace university and weave a true life story into a tapestry of terrifying, compelling drama." Accolades [ ] Year Award Category Recipient(s) Result Ref. 2016 Won Best Actor Won 2017 Nominated Won Nominated Nominated Nominated Nominated Nominated See also [ ] • References [ ] • Hansal MEHTA (8 August 2009). . Retrieved 1 Feb...