Showing posts with label Anglo Maratha War. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Anglo Maratha War. Show all posts

Saturday, December 5, 2015

GWALIOR MONUMENT ... Cenotaph from Melted Weapons !!


Let me start this post with the definition/explanation of two common English word:
  • Folly - An act of foolishness OR A costly ornamental building with no practical purpose.
  • Pepper-pot - A container for pepper (a common item in our dining table).

I know that you are confused. You are definitely wondering that whether I am conducting an English class or writing a heritage blog. Please don't get bewildered. Have patience and read on. 

Today, I'm exploring the GWALIOR MONUMENT, a solitary structure in the revamped Kolkata Riverfront, stretching from Outram Ghat to Prinsep Ghat. The above words are linked to this site only but I will explain those in the proper place. First, let us go back around 200 years to start the journey.