Malik-e Maidan ("Lord of the Battlefield") is a massive cannon located on the top of the Sherzah Burj. It was considered to be largest weapon in medieval times. The 8.5m long and 1.6m wide cannon weights 55 tons.
The head of the cannon is fashioned into the shape of a lion's head with open jaws trying to devour an elephant. This huge cannon is a cast of alloy of copper, iron and tin.
The outside surface is shining and adorned with inscriptions in Persian and Arabic.
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So interesting, nice decorations!
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AAh the rich old history :)
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The first photo is wonderfully composed Rajesh, congarts! The other shots were good too
Interesting and nice!
I loved the lion head of cannon .Thanks for sharing the pictures and the history.
the cannon is really big!
It looks grand! Great knowing about this cannon.
I have similar captures. :)
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Such magnificent artistry, lovely images!
It's amazing how elaborate the engraving is on the canon.
What a fascinating and interesting look at your world, Rajesh! Superb captures as always! Hope you have a great week!
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What a great cannon.
Did it ever fire, Rajesh? Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
I have never seen such a cannon before - looks like art more than a weapon :)
Superb decoration!
That is awesome! It makes me think of something from the Lord of the Rings movies. Such art, even on a weapon.
Hi Rajesh, Even the cannons are intricate in India! That's a BIG one , for sure!
Wow, I've never seen anything like this, Rajesh. It is both beautiful and terrifying at the same time.
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Wonderful photos of this relic of past destructive force.
I really like this post, thanks.
The lion's head is very unusual. This cannon is a work of art - I'm surprised it's not "too pretty to use."
OMG! What a massive cannon. You have taken excellent shots. Nice to know about it.
Oh it is so beautiful. But really hope there will be more peace and no fighting in this world.
impressive!
Beautiful photographs!
nice canon picture you got here, rajesh. enjoyed it.
Beautiful cannons from an ancient era!!
Beautiful close-up's of a cannon from an ancient era!!
Coaxed with uncanny civilization we fail to care for such creative heritage. Your captures definitely capture my attention
Amazing detail on the huge cannon. The age has only made it more interesting.
These are beautiful.
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I find it fascinating that a cannon would be decorated.
I've never before seen a cannon that was such beautiful sculpture
What a massive cannon. I have never seen one with that type details. Very interesting.
I've seen some ornate cannon before, but nothing as beautiful (or as huge) as this.
What ever those signs mean it mean something. ^_^ Great post Rajesh!
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such a beautiful...CANNON?!
what an oxymoron...
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OMG! That's incredible. Did it serve as an actual, functioning cannon. Can't imagine how difficult it would be to feed it ammo and fire the thing. And how would you aim it?
Amazing!
POWERFUL. Wow.
Gola barood !! Great take.. It used to cause quite a Dab"bang" am sure in its time.
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what a lovely cannon. such wonderful artwork.
That canon is amazing. And I wanted more details. I find that this metal is supposed to be cool to the touch even under blazing sun. Another interesting thing I read is that if tapped gently it tinkles like a bell! Amazing piece.
Very interesting, Rajesh. You always manage to find something interesting for us to see!
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An amazing piece of artillery. What were the weight of the cannonballs it fired?
Wow now that is a big cannon ..
the engraving is great .. :)
there is a similar cannon in jaipur too if i am not wrong I rmemeber going to a fort and seeing a huge cannon there too ..
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The Lord of the Battlefield sounds like something from ancient legends. It has been made by a master craftsman, I am glad it is only now installed for admiration rather than use.
That is really interesting. Beautiful photos.
That IS a massive canon, and I don't think I've ever seen one so decorated!
Wow! That's a real large cannon,only beaten by Saddam Hussein's super gun.
Thank you all for appreciating this huge cannon.
The cannon looks mighty impressive, great shots..
good canon pictures !
Amazing pics! The first one is superb.
V nice..wish U d give a write up f it's history too.
I have always yearned to visit Bijapur.. somehow it has never worked out.
Thank you all for appreciating this huge cannon.
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