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Rajah Tipu Observatory, Bengaluru (Bangalore), India
Tipu Sultan (Tippoo Saib) Observatory - Bengaluru (Bangalore), India. Date: circa 1910s
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Tipu Sultan's Observatory, also known as the Raja Tipu's Observatory or Tipu's Saracen's Thorei, is a historic astronomical observatory located in Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India. This photograph, taken in the 1910s, captures the unique and intriguing structure nestled on a muddy hillside. Tipu Sultan, the ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore from 1782 to 1799, was a visionary ruler who was known for his patronage of science and technology. The observatory, built in the late 18th century, is a testament to his fascination with astronomy. The observatory is a circular, domed structure with a turret on the north side. It is believed to have been used for observing celestial bodies and predicting astronomical events. The post and slopes in the photograph suggest that the observatory was equipped with instruments such as sextants and quadrants for making precise measurements. Tipu Sultan was a formidable ruler who faced numerous battles against the British East India Company. Despite his military prowess, he was eventually defeated and the observatory was damaged during the Siege of Srirangapatna in 1799. The observatory was later restored and is now a protected monument maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. The Tipu Sultan Observatory is a significant historical site that reflects the rich cultural heritage of Karnataka and India as a whole. It is a reminder of the scientific achievements of Tipu Sultan and the importance of astronomy in Indian history. The photograph, with its muddy hillside and turreted observatory, offers a glimpse into the past and the intriguing world of Tipu Sultan's astronomical pursuits.
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