About Kala Amb Battle Memorial
Kala Amb Battle Memorial is a historic park and memorial located at Ugrakheri near Panipat, Haryana, marking the site of the Third Battle of Panipat fought on 14 January 1761. Centered around a black mango tree that gave the site its name, the memorial features an obelisk, landscaped gardens and informational plaques. Maintained as a heritage park, it commemorates the battle and serves as a quiet place for visitors to learn about Panipat's historical significance.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a landscaped park with a central memorial obelisk marking the historic black mango tree site, well-maintained gardens, paved pathways, lawns and informational plaques describing the Third Battle of Panipat. The setting is open and quiet on the outskirts of Panipat, suitable for walking, photography and reading historical information. There is no museum building, but the park offers a calm environment to view the memorial structure and surrounding greenery.
Key highlights
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Historic site of the Third Battle of Panipat fought on 14 January 1761
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Central memorial obelisk marking the legendary black mango tree (Kala Amb)
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Landscaped heritage park with gardens, lawns and pathways
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Informational plaques describing the battle and its context
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Quiet open setting near Ugrakheri village on Panipat-Jind road
History of Kala Amb Battle Memorial
Kala Amb marks the site of the Third Battle of Panipat fought on 14 January 1761 between the Maratha forces and the army of Ahmad Shah Durrani. The name Kala Amb refers to a black mango tree that stood at the site and served as a landmark during the battle. The memorial and park were developed to commemorate the battle, which is noted as one of the largest battles of the 18th century and an important event in the history of Panipat, a city known for three historic battles.
Culture & Context
The memorial is maintained as a heritage park and local landmark that reflects Panipat's identity as a historic battlefield city. It serves as an educational and commemorative space for visitors interested in regional history.
Route
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