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.
So interesting, nice decorations!
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ReplyDeleteAAh the rich old history :)
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The first photo is wonderfully composed Rajesh, congarts! The other shots were good too
ReplyDeleteInteresting and nice!
ReplyDeleteI loved the lion head of cannon .Thanks for sharing the pictures and the history.
ReplyDeletethe cannon is really big!
ReplyDeleteIt looks grand! Great knowing about this cannon.
ReplyDeleteI have similar captures. :)
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Such magnificent artistry, lovely images!
ReplyDeleteIt's amazing how elaborate the engraving is on the canon.
ReplyDeleteWhat 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.
ReplyDeleteDid it ever fire, Rajesh? Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.
ReplyDeleteI have never seen such a cannon before - looks like art more than a weapon :)
ReplyDeleteSuperb decoration!
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome! It makes me think of something from the Lord of the Rings movies. Such art, even on a weapon.
ReplyDeleteHi Rajesh, Even the cannons are intricate in India! That's a BIG one , for sure!
ReplyDeleteWow, 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.
ReplyDeleteI 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."
ReplyDeleteOMG! What a massive cannon. You have taken excellent shots. Nice to know about it.
ReplyDeleteOh it is so beautiful. But really hope there will be more peace and no fighting in this world.
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ReplyDeleteBeautiful photographs!
ReplyDeletenice canon picture you got here, rajesh. enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful cannons from an ancient era!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful close-up's of a cannon from an ancient era!!
ReplyDeleteCoaxed with uncanny civilization we fail to care for such creative heritage. Your captures definitely capture my attention
ReplyDeleteAmazing detail on the huge cannon. The age has only made it more interesting.
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful.
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I find it fascinating that a cannon would be decorated.
ReplyDeleteI've never before seen a cannon that was such beautiful sculpture
ReplyDeleteWhat a massive cannon. I have never seen one with that type details. Very interesting.
ReplyDeleteI've seen some ornate cannon before, but nothing as beautiful (or as huge) as this.
ReplyDeleteWhat ever those signs mean it mean something. ^_^ Great post Rajesh!
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such a beautiful...CANNON?!
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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?
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POWERFUL. Wow.
ReplyDeleteGola 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.
ReplyDeleteThat 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.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting, Rajesh. You always manage to find something interesting for us to see!
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huge cannon.
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An amazing piece of artillery. What were the weight of the cannonballs it fired?
ReplyDeleteWow now that is a big cannon ..
ReplyDeletethe 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.
ReplyDeleteThat is really interesting. Beautiful photos.
ReplyDeleteThat IS a massive canon, and I don't think I've ever seen one so decorated!
ReplyDeleteWow! That's a real large cannon,only beaten by Saddam Hussein's super gun.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating this huge cannon.
ReplyDeleteThe cannon looks mighty impressive, great shots..
ReplyDeletegood canon pictures !
ReplyDeleteAmazing pics! The first one is superb.
ReplyDeleteV nice..wish U d give a write up f it's history too.
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ReplyDeleteThank you all for appreciating this huge cannon.
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