Historical gate of India: Zorawar Singh Gate
2019-11-26 Tue
Located in the Pink city of Jaipur Zorawar Singh Gate also known as the Dhruv Pol is located on the northern side of the city wall. It is named after the Pole star or the Dhruv Tara. This gate is also the widest of all the gates. It is also named after the General Zorawar Singh, who led his army from this gate. This gate is an excellent example of the India architecture during the medieval period In 2019, India post issued a set of commemorative stamps illustrating the gates of India. One of the stamps depicts this magical classical of Jaipur.To know more about stamp Visit philamart to view and purchase variety of stamps from all over the world.
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