Discover the story of Masse Khan Ranghar's reign over Amritsar & his defiance against Sikh visits to the Harimandar, ending with a dramatic act of revenge.
AKBAR KHAN MUHAMMAD (d. 1848), son of Dost Muhammad Khan, the ruler of Afghanistan. He was a Hery young man of great dash and daring. Like his father, he was keen to regain the Afghan possessions in India Multan, Kashmir, Attock and Peshawar. In 1837, Dost Muhammad Khan declared a holy war against the Sikhs and attacked the fortress of Jamrud at the entrance to the Khaibar Pass. An attack led by Akbar Khan was repulsed, though the valiant Sikh general, Hari Singh Nalva, was killed in the action.
Explore METUI's adventurous life as a Russian soldier in the Sikh army, his Kashmiri marriage, and his life in Lahore. Learn more about his unique journey.
Uncover the spiritual essence of Amrapuri, the eternal city, as described in Sikh scripture. Explore its significance and timeless allure.
BIANCHI, an Italian engineer, who arrived at Lahore in Sikh times. According to the Khalsa Darbar payrolls, he served the Sikh State and was employed in 1835 as a road engineer on a salary of 9 rupees per day. He constructed a road from General Ventura`s house to the Fort in Lahore. He was entrusted with the task of building a circular road enclosing the city and the fort of Lahore. However, he could not accomplish the task owing to illness. He proceeded to Italy, but died on the way.
Explore Mount Meru, the golden mountain of gods, where peacocks dance and mythical beings dwell! Unravel its secrets as found in sacred texts.
