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BAHAWALPUR
The founder of Bahawalpur State
was Amir Bahawal Khan Abbasi. The foundation of Bahawalpur City was laid in
1748 AD at small town of Jhok Raanjha by Nawab Muhammad Bahawal Khan Abbasi and
was declared capital of state after Derawar. The city was encircled by a mud
wall having seven gates i.e Bekanari Gate (Farid Gate), Ahmad puri Gate, Shikar
puri Gate, Multani Gate, Derawari Gate, Mori Gate and Bohar Gate and was 4 km
in circumference. The Gates except Farid Gate were no more existing and Commissioner
Bahawalpur Capt(R) Saqib Zafar took initiative for revival of past Glory and
all gates has been rebuilt with Artistic design and historical buildings
illuminated with lights.
History of Abbassi Family
Abbassi Family belongs to famous Banu Abbas
Family. They ruled Baghdad from 754-1258 AD, due to internal rift Halaku Khan attacked
Baghdad and the last ruler Al- Mustasim Billah along with his two sons and many
relatives was Killed. But some people of this family were successful to reach Egypt.
In this way the Banu Abbas Families rule at Baghdad came to an end. Then they
ruled Egypt from 1258-1519 AD. Abul Qasim Ahmed Al-Mustasim Billah was the first
ruler in Egypt. Later Amir Sultan ahmed left Egypt in 16th century and
came to Kech Makran and later shifted to Sind and laid down the foundation of
Shikar pur city in 1617 AD and Amir chuni Khan 5th offspring got
married with a girl of prince and was granted Jagir by Mughals.
Amir
Chunni has Two sons Daud Khan and Muhammad Mehdi Khan. They were divided into
two Groups. The Members of Dawood family ware called Daud Potra and that of
Mehdi Khan were called Kalhoras. Daud potras Shifted to chaudhary area at
present called Liaqat Pur. The State merged into western Pakistan in 1954 AD.
Palaces
The Abbasi’s by the end of 19th
century constructed huge and Elegant
palaces at Bahawalpur and Dera Nawab Sahib which reflects glory of their past.
Noor Mahal
In 1872 AD Nawab Sadiq Muhammad Khan
IV ordered for construction of palace in the north of Bahawalpur. State
architect Mr. Hanin constructed it on Italian design within 3 years at Rs 12
Lacs, and was completed in 1875 AD. The palace was built on Baroque style using
pediments, domes and semi circular arches. The building rests on high plinth.
It has a front porch having three arched openings. The palace has verandah on
either side. In the center is Darbar hall. The walls and ceiling was
beautifully decorated with fresco paintings. The photo-graphs of rulers of
state are mounted on walls of gallery. The palace was used as a state guest
house. In 1902 AD Nawab Muhammad Bahawal Khan V constructed a mosque at a distance
of 200 yards on the pattern of Aitchison college at Rs.20,000. The palace was
constructed over 100 acres with a huge wall surrounding it. The palace has 32
rooms and 5 domes.
Ceremony
for conferring upon the state powers to Nawab Muhammad Bahawal Khan V was
arranged in this palace on 12 Nov, 1903 AD. The palace was leased out to army
in 1971 AD and was used as a Mess. Pak army acquired palace in 1999 AD and is
open for public.
Darbar Mahal
The palace has spacious Darbar hall
for private and public audience. It is a double storey building, symmetrical in
plan and elevation. There are octagonal rooms at the corners having stair cases
leading to roof terrace. The rooms on the top floor are surrounded by domes
inspired from sikh architecture. The palace was used as a secretariat and
assembly sessions were also held. The palace was constructed over 75 acres,
huge wall surrounding it.
Gulzar Mahal
In 1904 AD Nawab Muhammad Bahawal
Khan V constructed this palace, which is a double storey and porch in front.
The architectural design is influenced from classical design element consisting
of columns, capital pediments parapet wall consisting of blusters. The ceilings
has mirror mosaic. The palace was used for public functions and as a state guest
house. It was constructed over 34 acres and a huge wall surrounding it. The
palace is not open for public.
Sadiq Garh Palace
Nawab Sadiq Muhammad Khan V Constructed this palace in 1875 AD and it took 10 years to complete in 1884 AD.
It was completed at cost of Rs 15 Lacs. It has strong huge wall surrounding it.
This is a double storey Darbar hall in the center. The palace has Eight
residential suits for H, Able guests which were supported with the drawing
dressing, offices and attach Baths. The palace on all its four sides has underground
rooms and verandahs. The palace is the last glory of state which was used as a
residential Head Quarter by the last Nawab family. The different heads of state
and Pakistani visited it from time to time till 1975 AD. Now it’s all furniture
fixture luxury cars and antiques has been sold. The palace is sealed and can be
visited from outside with the permission of
Abbasi Family at Dera Nawab Sahab.
Daulat
Khana
The palace was constructed in 1881
AD and was completed in 1886 by Nawab Muhammmad Sadiq khan Abbasi IV. At cost of Rs. 1Lakh and 86
thousand. Nawab Sadiq Muhammad khan V was born here where his mother spent 30
years of her life.
Satlluj Valley Project
In 1921 AD secretary of state India
proposed satluj valley project which was completed during 1922-1933 AD.
According to it three head works at sidhnai, Islam and panjnad were constructed
and 4th was at Feroze pur. The total cost of project was 34 crore of
which state contributed 14 Crore, 5000miles long irrigation canals were digged
to cultivate 26 lac acres of land.
Central Library
Its foundation was laid on 8th
march 1924 AD by sir Rufus Daniel Isaacs, then the Viceroy and Governor General
of India. It is the Second biggest Library of Punjab. The Building is a fine
model of Italian style of Architecture. Now two new blocks has been added. The
central library was established in 1947 AD. It has vast collection of books and
rare manuscripts.
Bahawalpur Zoo
The Zoo was setup in 1942 AD by Nawab
Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi V, and is spreaded over 25 acres. The Zoo has the
Lions breeding centre which are supplied to other parts of the country. It has
interesting Collection of 200 animals and 100 birds of tropical areas,
particularly those found in this area. It also has an acquarium and Zoological
Museum with stuffed rare birds and animals.
Dring Stadium
Stadium was established in 1951 AD
Spreaded over 38 acres and is the Second biggest Stadium of Asia. It has
football, Basket Ball, Cricket, Hockey, Kabaddi Ground, Gem and Tennis court.
Museum
Bahawalpur Museum was established
1976 AD. The museum has eight Galleries Pakistan Movement, Archaeology, Islamic,
Quran, Regional Culture, Coins, Bahawalpur and Cholistan Gallery. It is a modest museum with a fine
collection of medals, postage stamps of state, manuscripts, documents, inscriptions,
wood carvings, Skin paintings, historical models and stone carvings of Islamic
and pre-Islamic period.
Al Sadiq Mosque
The Mosque was constructed by Nawab
Sadiq Muhammad Khan Abbasi V in 1931 AD. At an elevation of 12 ft from earth.
It has five bazzars on ground floor. It can house 50,000 to 60,000 peoples at a
time during Eid festivals. It is well reputed mosque of Pakistan which stands
out magnificently. The exquisitively carved white stone mosque compares with
any mosque in the South Asia.
Sadiq Public School
The earth breaking ceremony of the
school took place in 1950 AD by Nawab Sadiq Muhammad Khan V and regular
classes started in 1954 AD. Students of this prestigious intuition earned name
in all professional fields.
Head Panjnad
The meeting place of five rivers is
12KM from Uch Sharif. Head was
constructed in 1925 AD and was completed in 1929 AD. It is a nice picnic spot
with scenic beauty.
Bhong Mosque
Mosque reflects Islamic culture and
architectural heritage. Inspired by the rule of mosque Sardar Rais Ghazi
Muhammad laid foundation stone of famous “Bhong Mosque” which is 200 KM from
Bahawalpur and 50 KM from Rahim Yar Khan. It was designed and constructed over
a period of 50 years (1932 -1982) AD. The mosque was awarded Agha Khan
Architectural Award in 1986 AD.
The Grand mosque reflects the
traditional, local style integrated with stylistic elements borrowed from Iran,
Spain and Syria. It is well known for its exquisite design and architectural
beauty with gold leaves carved for the interactive decorative pattern, mirror
cutwork and the stylish calligraphic work.
Pattan Minara
The ruined site is 9 KM from Rahim
Yar Khan on South East. It is as old as Indus valley civilization. The site is
spreaded over miles. The only piece left is a part of Great Buddhist,
Monastery. It was included in the best one building of second century the site has a lot
of salt. The site is 15 ft from surface and is 26x12ft.
Mao
Mubarak
The
ancient Fort of Mao Mubarak is 9km from Rahim Yar Khan on north. This is one of
Rai Sahsi’s six forts and is in ruins 50 ft burj is left. Rai Hanas Kehror
constructed in 1st century for his mothers residence Sultan Mahmood
Ghaznavi destroyed the fort. The fort was in very good condition till 7th
Century with walls and towers.
Tomb
of Syed Hakam ud Din
Syed Hakam ud Din Grandson of Sultan
of Makran Qutab ud Din Qureshi came to Mao Mubarak in 13th Century.
He is also son in law of Hazrat Shah Rukne Alam. He died in 1339 AD.
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