PostMarks of India

Poona: Aga Khan Palace

2011-12-22T03:38:00.000-08:00

The Aga Khan Palace was built in the year 1892 by Sultan Muhammed Shah, Aga Khan III in Pune. Since then it is one of the biggest landmarks in Indian history. The Aga Khan Palace of Pune was an act of charity by the Sultan who wanted to help the poor in the neighboring areas of Pune who were drastically hit by the famine.
Aga Khan Palace is one of the finest pieces of architectural beauty in the western India. The exquisite palace is surrounded by the lavish green gardens all around. Aga Khan Palace in Pune also houses some lavishly decorated guest rooms and suites which take you back to the royal past of the heritage building.
Historically, Aga Khan Palace of Pune holds great significance as from 9 August 1942 to 6 May 1944, this palace was the prison for Mahatama Gandhi, his wife Kasturba and his secretary Mahadev Bhai Desai though the last two died away in between their captivity at the Aga Khan Palace at Pune. Both of them have memorials in their name in the same complex near Mula river.

Nagore: Darga Sheriff

2011-09-30T00:21:00.000-07:00

The World Famous Muslim Pilgrim centre Nagore Dargah Located in INDIA / Tamil Nadu.
The tomb is almost more than 500 years old and is topped by a golden dome and flanked by 5 minarets. It is just 4 km to the north of Nagapattinam. Nagore is a town in the Nagapattinam District, Tamil Nadu, India. A prominent five-acre dargah (Muslim shrine) dedicated to the 16th century saint Nagore Andavar (literally "the Lord of Andavar"; also popularly called Meeran Sahib or Qadir Wali) is located there, and serves as a pilgrim center. The 14-day Kandhuri Urs (also spelled Kandoori or Kandhoori) festival, dedicated to the saint, is held there annually.
This cancellation was introduced on 8.10.1976
* This cancellation is no longer Available.

Sriharikota: Antenna

2011-09-30T00:16:00.000-07:00

Sriharikota is a barrier island off the coast of the southern state of Andhra Pradesh in India. It houses India's only satellite launch centre in the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (also known as SHAR) and is used by the Indian Space Research Organisation to launch satellites using multi-stage rockets such as the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle and the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle.
Sriharikota separates the Pulicat Lake from the Bay of Bengal, and is home to the town of Pulicat. It is in Sri Amarajeevi Potti Sri Ramulu Nellore district in Andhra Pradesh.
The cancellation depicts Antenna and was introduced on 20.04.1976
* This cancellation is no longer available.

Srisailam: Mallikarjunaswamy Temple

2011-09-29T23:53:00.000-07:00

Srisailam is a holy town and mandal, situated in Nallamala Hills of Kurnool district, Andhra Pradesh, India. It is located on the banks of River Krishna, about 232 km south of Hyderabad.
Bhramaramba Mallikarjunaswamy Temple dedicated to Lord Mallikarjuna Swamy (a form of Shiva) and Devi Bhramaramba (a form of Parvathi) is located here and it is one of the 12 Jyotirlinga temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
The cancellation depicts Gopura of the Temple.
* This cancellation is no longer available

Hyderbad: Charminar

2011-09-29T23:48:00.000-07:00

Charminar (four towers) is an iconic structure located in Hyderabad, India. Built in 1591 AD, with four ornate minarets supported by four grand arches, it has become the global icon of Hyderabad and is listed among the most recognized structures of India. The Charminar, is located on the east bank of Musi river, in the North East lies the Laad Bazaar and in the west end lies the granite made richly ornamented Mecca Masjid.
Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the 5th ruler of the Qutb Shahi dynasty built Charminar in 1591 AD, shortly after he had shifted his capital from Golkonda to what is now known as Hyderabad. He built this famous structure to commemorate the elimination of a plague epidemic from this city.
* This cancellation is no longer available.

Hyderabad: Osmania University

2011-09-29T23:39:00.000-07:00

Osmania University is a public university situated in the city of Hyderabad in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is named after the Last Nizam of Hyderabad, Mir Osman Ali Khan, who is the founder of this university. It is one of the oldest modern universities in India. It was the first Indian University to have Urdu language as medium of instruction. It is one of the largest university systems in the subcontinent with over 300,000 students on its various campuses and affiliated colleges. It is particularly well known for its Arts, Sciences, Commerce, Engineering and Technology departments.
Founded in 1918 by the Seventh Nizam of Hyderabad state, Nawab Mir Osman Ali Khan, higher learning in India, the third oldest in southern India and the first to be established in the erstwhile princely State of Hyderabad.
The cancellation depicts Arts college.
* This cancellation is no longer available

Pondicherry: Aayi Mandapam

2011-09-28T23:35:00.000-07:00

Aayi Mandapam, also known as the Park Monument, is one of the attractive monument in Pondicherry situated at the midst of picturesque Government Park (Bharathi Park). Built in the 16th century during the period of Napoleon III in France and is named after a renowned courtesan named Aayi.

Sanchi- Sanchi Stupa

2011-09-28T23:21:00.000-07:00

Sanchi is a small village in Raisen District of the state of Madhya Pradesh, India, it is located 46 km north east of Bhopal, and 10 km from Besnagar and Vidisha in the central part of the state of Madhya Pradesh. It is the location of several Buddhist monuments dating from the 3rd century BCE to the 12th century CE and is one of the important places of Buddhist pilgrimage. Toranas surround the Stupa and they each represent love, peace, trust, and courage.
The 'Great Stupa' at Sanchi was originally commissioned by the emperor Ashoka the Great in the 3rd century BCE. Its nucleus was a simple hemispherical brick structure built over the relics of the Buddha. It was crowned by the chatra, a parasol-like structure symbolising high rank, which was intended to honour and shelter the relics.
Today, around fifty monuments remain on the hill of Sanchi, including three stupas and several temples. The monuments have been listed among the UNESCO World Heritage Sites since 1989.
A British officer in 1818, General Taylor, was the first known Western historian to document (in English) the existence of Sanchi. Amateur archaeologists and treasure hunters ravaged the site until 1881, when proper restoration work was initiated. Between 1912 and 1919 the structures were restored to their present condition under the supervision of Sir John Marshall.

Ajmer: Prithviraj Chauhan

2011-09-07T00:55:00.000-07:00

Prithvi Raj III, commonly known as Prithviraj Chauhan (1149-1192 CE), was a king of the Hindu Chauhan (Chauhamana) dynasty, who ruled the kingdom of Ajmer and Delhi in northern India during the latter half of the 12th century. He succeeded to the throne in 1169 CE at the age of 20, and ruled from the twin capitals of Ajmer and Delhi which he received from his maternal grandfather Ballal Sena of the Sena Dynasty in Bengal. He controlled much of present-day Rajasthan and Haryana, and unified the Rajputs against Muslim invasions. Prithviraj Chauhan defeated the Muslim ruler Shahabuddin Muhammad Ghori in the First Battle of Tarain in 1191. Ghauri attacked for a second time the next year, and Prithviraj was defeated and captured at the Second Battle of Tarain (1192). Sultan Ghauri took Prithviraj to Ghazni, where he was executed. After his defeat Delhi came under the control of Muslim rulers.
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Ajmer-305001
Rajasthan

Poona: Shaniwar Wada

2011-09-06T00:19:00.000-07:00

Shaniwarwada is a palace fort in the city of Pune in Maharashtra, India. Built in 1736, it was the seat of the Peshwa rulers of the Maratha Empire until 1818 when the Peshwas surrendered to the British. The fort itself was largely destroyed in 1828 by an unexplained fire, but the surviving structures are now maintained as a tourist site.
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Shaniwaepeth PO- 411030
Pune

Srirangapattanna: Sword and Headgear of Tippu Sultan

2011-08-31T23:46:00.000-07:00

Type 1

Tipu Sultan (November 1750, Devanahalli – 4 May 1799, Seringapatam), also known as the Tiger of Mysore, was the de facto ruler of the Kingdom of Mysore. He was the son of Hyder Ali, at that time an officer in the Mysorean army, and his second wife, Fatima or Fakhr-un-nissa. He was given a number of honorific titles, and was referred to as Sultan Fateh Ali Khan Shahab, Tipu Saheb, or Bahadur Khan Tipu Sultan.

This cancellation representing sword and Headgear of Tippu Sultan was introduced on 20.06.1987

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Srirangapattanna-571438

Type 2

Prior to Sword and Head gear cancellation a Postmark representing Gumbaz was used. This cancellation was introduced on 20.10.1978 and used till 1986. Gumbaz is the burial chamber of Tipu Sultan, his father Haider Ali and mother Fatima Begum. It is built on a lifted platform and is circumvented by various other tombs of his relatives and nobles. The Gumbaz has magnificent ebony doors decorated with ivory which was presented by Lord Dalhousie. The interior walls are covered with lacquer Tiger stripes which is Tipu's favourite. A corridor affirmed by pillars of black amphibole walls Gumbaz.
Masjid-e-aksa a mosque is situated next to the Gumbaz. The Gumbaz is circulated with a beautiful garden and this gives it a beautiful and cool sigh

Beypore: Wooden Boat

2011-08-30T00:22:00.000-07:00

Beypore is a small coastal census town in Kozhikode district in the state of Kerala, India. The place was formerly known as Beppur / Vadaparappanad.Beppur means the land put or placed. This place also has a small port and a beautiful beach. Beypore port is one of the oldest known ports in Kerala from where trading was done with the Middle East. Beypore is also famous for building wooden ship, it is called Dhow, or Uru in the Malayalam language. These ships are usually bought by arab merchants for trading, fishing and now used as a tourist ships. The ships are moved to the sea by workers known aas the Khalasies.
Cancellation was introduced on 17.05.2006
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Beypore- 673015

Ernakulam: Lamp

2011-08-30T00:14:00.000-07:00

The cancellation depicts lamp used in certain Hindu festival.
Post Master
Philatelic Bureau
Ernakulam

Calicut: Theyyam Dance

2011-08-30T00:09:00.000-07:00

Theyyam or Theyyattam or Thira is a popular Hindu ritual form of worship of North Malabar in Kerala state, India, predominant in the Kolathunadu area (consisting of present-day Kasargod, Kannur Districts, Mananthavady Taluk of Wayanad and Vadakara & Koyilandy Taluks of Kozhikode of Kerala state. As a living cult with several thousand-year-old traditions, rituals and customs, it embraces almost all the castes and classes of the Hindu religion in this region. The performers of Theyyam belong to the lower class community, and have an important position in Theyyam. This is unique, since only in Kerala, do both the upper-caste Brahmins and lower-caste tribals share an important position in a major form of worship. The term Theyyam is a corrupt form of Devam or God. People of these districts consider Theyyam itself as a God and they seek blessings from this Theyyam.
Post Master
Philatelic Bureau
Calicut HPO
Calicut

Trivandrum: Kathakali

2011-08-30T00:04:00.000-07:00

Kathakali is a highly stylized classical Indian dance-drama noted for the attractive make-up of characters, elaborate costumes, detailed gestures and well-defined body movements presented in tune with the anchor playback music and complementary percussion. It originated in the country's present day state of Kerala during the 17th century[1] and has developed over the years with improved looks, refined gestures and added themes besides more ornate singing and precise drumming.
Philatelic Bureau
Post Master
Trivandrum GPO
Trivandrum

Madhur: Sri Anantheshwara Vinayaka Temple

2011-08-10T01:35:00.000-07:00

Madhur temple was originally Madhanentheswara (Shiva) Temple and as the lore goes, an old so called "low caste" lady "Madura" discovered an "Udbhava Murthy" (a statue that was not made by a human) of shiva linga.The Ganapathy statue was drawn by a priest's son, a small brahmin boy, on the walls of the Garbhagriha(sanctum sanctorum) while playing. Day by day it became big and fat; so that the boy called Ganapathi as "boddajja" or "bodda ganesha" .The legend of Kumble seme says Tipu Sultan wanted to demolish the temple like Adooru Mahalingeswara temple during his invasion of Coorg , Tulunadu and Malabar. But after drinking water from the well of the temple, he changed his mind on attacking and demolishing the Garbhagudi and marched towards Malabar. But to satisfy his soldiers and Islamic scholars he made a cut with his sword symobolising the attack. The mark is still visible on the building that is built around the temple well.

Madayikonam: Holy cross Church, Mapranam

2011-08-10T01:20:00.000-07:00

Mapranam Holy Cross Shrine Church is situated just 20 k.ms. away from Azhikode that has roots to the emergence of Christianity in India. The Church, which is the part of the Irinjalakuda diocese, is historically renowned and noted pilgrim centre ideally located in the enchanting rural ambience of Kerala. It is one of the oldest Churches, found in 928A.D. It was recently renovated (1989) and attracts worshippers beyond the religious barriers. It is perhaps for the first time in the history of the world that a religious sanctum has combined and practiced the cultural, spiritual and ethical values of the different religions - especially Christianity, Hinduism and Islam.
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Madayikonam- 680712

Ahmedabad ( Gandhi Ashram ): Spinning Wheel

2011-08-10T00:28:00.000-07:00

Gandhi Ashram was established by Gandhi on the banks of river Sabarmathi in 1917. This came to be known as Harijan Ashram. The Ashram was established to carry on the search of truth and for creating a non violent group to secure freedom of the country. The ashram was Gandiji's home till 1930 when he left for his historic Dandi March. Since 1930, the ashram is being used mainly as a center of education for Harijan girls. Many of Bapu's personal things like a writing desk, the yarn spun by him and some of his letters are on Display.
Post Master
Gandhi Ashram
Ahmedabad- 380027
The cancellation was introduced on 30.01.1995

Porbander: Keerthi Mandir

2011-08-10T00:24:00.000-07:00

The Cancellation shows the house where Mahatma gandhi was born in Porbander on 2nd October, 1989. This place is presently renamed as Keerthi Mandir.
Post Master
Porbander HPO
Porbander- 362650
Cancellation was introduced on 18.04.1992

Visakhapatanam: Dolphins nose Lighthouse

2011-08-09T00:21:00.000-07:00

The lighthouse stands on the hill range known as Yarada Konda and the portion of the lighthouse site is known as Dolphin’s Nose overlooking the entrance to Visakhapatnam Harbour. Visakhapatnam is a natural Harbour in the back waters formed by Meghadri River and hills around. It is also the East Coast base of the Indian Navy.
The tower is a 19m high Square Masonry Tower (Black & White bands). The light flashes White every 10 Seconds.

Prabhas Patan: Shri Somnath Temple

2011-08-07T22:34:00.000-07:00

The Somnath Temple located in the Prabhas Kshetra near Veraval in Saurashtra, on the western coast of Gujarat, India, is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines of the God Shiva. Somnath means "The Protector of (the) Moon God". The Somnath Temple is known as "the Shrine Eternal", having been destroyed six times and rebuilt six times. Most recently it was rebuilt in November 1947, when Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel visited the area for the integration of Junagadh and mooted a plan for restoration. After Patel's death, the rebuilding continued under K. M. Munshi, another minister of the Government of India.
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Prabhas Patan- 362268
Cancellation was introduced on 16.02.1977

Kevadia Colony: Sardar Sarovar Project

2011-08-07T22:27:00.000-07:00

The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a dam on the Narmada River near Navagam, Gujarat, India. The dam is the largest dam in and part of the Narmada Valley Project, a large hydraulic engineering project involving the construction of a series of large irrigation and hydroelectric multi purpose dams on the Narmada River. The project only took form in 1979 as part of a development scheme to increase irrigation and produce hydroelectricity. The project has the potential to feed as many as 20 million people, provide domestic and industrial water for about 30 million, employ about 1 million, and provide valuable peak electric power in an area with high unmet power demand (farm pumps often get only a few hours power per day). In addition, recent research shows substantial economic multiplier effects (investment and employment triggered by development) from irrigation development.
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Kevadia Colony- 393151
Cancellation was introduced on 9.10.1990

Palithana- Siddha Chakra

2011-08-07T22:12:00.000-07:00

Palitana is a city in Bhavnagar district, Gujarat, India. It is located 50 km southwest of Bhavnagar city and is a major pilgrimage centre for Jains. The Palitana temples are considered the most sacred pilgrimage place (tirtha) by the Jain community. There are more than 1300 temples located on the Shatrunjaya hills, exquisitely carved in marble. The main temple on top of the hill, is dedicated to 1st tirthankar lord Adinath (Rishabdeva). On the top the Shatrunjai Hill is a cluster of Jain temples, built by generations of Jains over a period of 900 years, from the 11th century onwards. The temples are managed by the Anandji Kalyanji Trust of the Kasturbai Lalbhai group. From the foot of the hill to the top there are 3,800 and odd stone steps cut to facilitate climbing.
The cancellation depicts Siddha Chakra. Siddha Chakra is a symbol of Jainism. It denotes 5 stages of achivements of realization of soul as propounded by Jain philosophy. These 5 stages are Padhyay, Acharya, dixa, Arihanth and siddha.
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Palithana PO- 364270
Cancellation was introduced on 3.07.1992

Saputara: Hillstation

2011-08-07T22:01:00.000-07:00

Saputara is a city and a Hill Station Municipality in the Dang District of Gujarat state in India. This picturesque hill station is perched on a plateau in the Dang forest area of the Sahyadri Range. At an altitude of about 1000 m. It has a cool bracing climate, the highest temperature even in the summer do not exceed 28 °C.
Saputara means the 'Abode of Serpents' and a snake image on the banks of the river Sarpagana is worshiped by the Adivasis on festivals like Holi.
The cancellation depicts a musical instrument used by local tribes while celebrating Holi festival.
Post Master
Saputara- 394720
Cancellation was introduced on 27.03.1984

Lothal: Lothal Seal

2011-08-07T21:36:00.000-07:00

Lothal is one of the most prominent cities of the ancient Indus valley civilization. Located in Bhāl region of the modern state of Gujarāt and dating from 2400 BCE. Discovered in 1954, Lothal was excavated from February 13, 1955 to May 19, 1960 by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Lothal's dock—the world's earliest known, connected the city to an ancient course of the Sabarmati river on the trade route between Harappan cities in Sindh and the peninsula of Saurashtra when the surrounding Kutch desert of today was a part of the Arabian Sea. It was a vital and thriving trade center in ancient times, with its trade of beads, gems and valuable ornaments reaching the far corners of West Asia and Africa. The techniques and tools they pioneered for bead-making and in metallurgy have stood the test of time for over 4000 years.
Cancellation depicts Lothal seal of unicorn motif and inscription. This seal is kept at Archaeological Musuem, Lothal.

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Lothal Bhurkhi R S - 382230

Cancellation was introduced on 17.12.1997

Bhuj: Flamingo Bird Sanctuary

2011-08-07T00:05:00.000-07:00

These birds are found in the great Rann of Kutch which is about 95 kms from Bhuj. It is the only breeding place for the migratory birds flamingo in India. The Flamingos come from Siberia in thousands and lay eggs in nets prepared in wet sands of Rann which is well known as Flamingo city.
Post Master
Head PO
Bhuj- 370001
Cancellation was introduced at Bhuj Head Office on 16.07.1984.

Dwaraka- Dwarakadish Temple

2011-08-06T23:58:00.000-07:00

The Dwarakadheesh temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, who is worshipped here by the name Dwarkadhish, or 'King of Dwarka'. It is situated at Dwarka, Gujarat, which is believed to have been built after the historic Dvarka city, the Kingdom of Krishna himself which submerged in to the ocean after the Mahabharata war. The main shrine of the 5-storied building, supported by 72 pillars, is known as Jagat Mandir or Nija Mandir, and is believed to be 2500 years old.
Post Master
Dwaraka- 361335
Cancellation was introduced on 16.07.1984

Baroda: Chamar Dharini

2011-08-06T23:42:00.000-07:00

The cancellation shown above is of exquisite Jain bronze statue of Chaurie Bearer (Chamar Dharini) which was found in Akota area of Baroda and belong to 8th Century A.D. It is now exhibited in the Baroda Museum. Despite its small size, the figure has an aesthetically impressive form. The graceful figure stands in the three bedded ( tribhanga ) posture on a lotus pedestal.
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Head PO
Baroda- 330001
Cancellation was introduced on 16.01.1989.

Modhera: Sun Temple

2011-08-06T23:11:00.000-07:00

The Sun Temple, Modhera, at Modhera in Gujarat, is a temple dedicated to the Hindu Sun-God, Surya. It was built in 1026 AD by King Bhimdev of the Solanki dynasty. The Modhera sun temple is situated on the bank of the river Pushpavati, 25 km from Mehsana and 102 km from Ahmedabad. The temple was so designed that the first rays of the sun fell on the image of Surya, the Sun God, at the time equinoxes.
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Modera- 384212

Cancellation was introduced on 2.04.1977

Ahmedabad ( shahibag ): Sardar Vallbhai Patel

2011-08-06T22:34:00.000-07:00

Vallabhbhai Jhaverbhai Patel (31 October 1875 – 15 December 1950) was a political and social leader of India who played a major role in the country's struggle for independence and guided its integration into an united, independent nation. He was known as the "Iron Man of India". In India and across the world, he was often addressed as Sardar, which means Chief in many languages of India.
As the first Home Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of India, Patel organised relief for refugees in Punjab and Delhi, and led efforts to restore peace across the nation. Patel took charge of the task to forge a united India from the 565 semi-autonomous princely states and British-era colonial provinces. Using frank diplomacy backed with the option (and the use) of military action, Patel's leadership enabled the accession of almost every princely state. Hailed as the Iron Man of India, he is also remembered as the "Patron Saint" of India's civil servants for establishing modern all-India services. Patel was also one of the earliest proponents of property rights and free enterprise in India.
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Shahibag

Ahmedabad-380004

Patan: Rani ki Vav

2011-08-06T22:22:00.000-07:00

During the period of the Solanki or Chalukya, the stepwell called the Rani ki vav, or Ran-ki vav (Queen’s step well) was constructed. It is a richly sculptured monument.
It is generally assumed that it was built in the memory of Bhimdev I (A.D. 1022 to 1063) son of Mularaja, the founder of the Solanki dynasty of Anahilwada Pattan in about 1050 A.D. by his widowed queen Udayamati. It was one of the largest and the most sumptuous structures of its type. It became silted up and much of it is not visible now, except for some rows of sculptured panels in the circular part of the well. Among its ruins one pillar still stands which is the proof not only of the elegance of its design, but also excellent example of this period. A part only of the west well is extant from which it appears that the wall had been built of brick and faced with stone. From this wall project vertical bracket in pairs, this supported the different galleries of the well shaft proper. This bracketing is arranged in tiers and is richly carved.
There is also a small gate below the last step of the step well which is having a 30 kilometre tunnel built (now its has been blocked by stones and mud) which leads to the town of Sidhpur near Patan. It was used as an escape gateway for king who built the step well in the times of defeat.
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Patan- 384265
Cancellation was introduced on 9.10.2002

Ahmedabad ( Ellise Bridge ): Kocharab Ashram

2011-08-06T22:14:00.000-07:00

The Kochrab Ashram was the first ashram organized by Mohandas Gandhi, the leader of the Indian independence movement. Founded in 1918, it was located near the city of Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat. The ashram was a major centre for students of Gandhian ideas to practise satyagraha, self-sufficiency, Swadeshi, work for the upliftment of the poor, women and untouchables, and public education and sanitation. The ashram was organized on a basis of human equality, self-help and simplicity.

Post Master

Ellisbridge PO

Ahmedabad- 380006

Cancellation was introduced on 30.01.1998

Ahmedabad ( GPO ): Sidi Saiyad's Window

2011-08-06T22:10:00.000-07:00

The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, built in 1573, is one of the most famous mosques ofAhmedabad. As per the marble stone tablet fixed on the wall of the mosque, it was built by Sidi Saeed (aka Sidi Saiyyed) an Abyssinian in the retinue of Bilal Jhajar Khan, General in the army of the last Sultan Shams-ud-Din Muzaffar Shah III of Gujarat Sultanate. The mosque was built in the last year of the Sultanate of Gujrat. The mosque is entirelyarcuated and is famous for beautifully carved ten stone latticework windows (jalis) on the side and rear arches. The rear wall is filled with square stone pierced panels in geometrical designs. The two bays flanking the central aisle have reticulated stone slabs carved in designs of intertwined trees and foliage and a palm motif. This intricately carved stone window is called the Siddi Sayyed Jali. Siddi Sayyed Jali is unofficial symbol of city of Ahmedabad and inspired the design of the logo of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.

Post Master

GPO

Ahmedabad- 380001

Cancellation was introduced on 16.07.1984

Ahmedabad ( IIM ): Sidi Saiyad's Window

2011-08-06T21:58:00.000-07:00

The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, built in 1573, is one of the most famous mosques of Ahmedabad. As per the marble stone tablet fixed on the wall of the mosque, it was built by Sidi Saeed (aka Sidi Saiyyed) an Abyssinian in the retinue of Bilal Jhajar Khan, General in the army of the last Sultan Shams-ud-Din Muzaffar Shah III of Gujarat Sultanate. The mosque was built in the last year of the Sultanate of Gujrat. The mosque is entirely arcuated and is famous for beautifully carved ten stone latticework windows (jalis) on the side and rear arches. The rear wall is filled with square stone pierced panels in geometrical designs. The two bays flanking the central aisle have reticulated stone slabs carved in designs of intertwined trees and foliage and a palm motif. This intricately carved stone window is called the Siddi Sayyed Jali. Siddi Sayyed Jali is unofficial symbol of city of Ahmedabad and inspired the design of the logo of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad.
Post Master
IIM
Ahmedabad-380015
Cancellation was introduced on 31.03.2007

Cooch Behar: Cooch Behar Palace

2011-08-06T21:52:00.000-07:00

Cooch Behar Palace, also called the Victor Jubilee Palace, is a landmark in Cooch Behar city, West Bengal. It was designed on the model of Buckingham Palace in London in 1887, during the reign of Maharaja Nripendra Narayan. The Cooch Behar Palace, noted for its elegance and grandeur, is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India. It is a brick-built double-storey structure in the classical Western style covering an area of 51,309 square feet (4,766.8 m2).
The cancellation was introduced on 28.11.2008
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Cooch Behar-736101

Mylapore: Mylapore Temple ( Peacock & Punna Tree)

2011-08-06T02:02:00.000-07:00

Mylapore is famous for its tree-lined avenues and the famous 7th century Kapaleeswarar Temple. Legend has it that Goddess Parvathi, the divine consort of Lord Shiva, did penance at Mylapore taking the form of a pea-hen, in order to be wedded to him. The name Mylapore is derived from this legend - "Mayil" in Tamil means a peacock. The famous Kapaleeswarar temple in Mylapore and its beautiful temple tank are associated with this legend. Built in the 9th century this temple stands as one of the most foremost temples of South India and remains a testimonial to the greatness and unflinching devotion of the Pallava kings.

Perur: Patteeshwara Temple

2011-08-06T01:48:00.000-07:00

The history of this temple dates back to 1500 years period. And this magnificent temple was built by Karikala Cholan. Perur temple’s main deity is Pateeswarar and Pachanayaki Amman. The temple architecture here is really wonderful and unique. The hall here with in the temple has rare sculptures and carvings that stand testimony to splendid work of art. This temple can be reached by road and it is about 7 kms from Coimbatore railway station and 10 kms from Gandhipuram.

The cancellation depicts dancing Shiva ( Natraja)

Bhavani: Sangameshwara Temple

2011-08-06T01:34:00.000-07:00

Bhavani lies at the confluence of the rivers Kaveri, the largest river in Tamil Nadu and Bhavani, the second largest river in Tamil Nadu, with Akash Ganga. Hence this place is known as the Triveni Sangamam of South.
The Sangameswarar Temple built at the confluence of these rivers, is a pilgrimage and tourism spot. This Siva Temple at Bhavani near Erode, in Kongu Naadu, is a shrine at the confluence of Bhavani, Cauveri and Amrutavahini rivers(Mukkoodal). The Amirthalingeswarar in the temple is placed on a seat called Avudayar according to Saiva principles.
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Bhavani- 638301

Kodaikanal: Solar Observatory

2011-08-06T01:30:00.000-07:00

The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is an solar observatory owned and operated by Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It is located on the southern tip of the Palni Hills 4 km from Kodaikanal town, Dindigul district, Tamilnadu state, South India.
The Evershed effect was first detected at this observatory in January 1909.

Courtallam: Waterfalls

2011-08-06T01:15:00.000-07:00

Courtallam (Kutraalam) (Tamil: குற்றாலம்) is a panchayat town situated at a mean elevation of 160 m (520 ft) on the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli District of Tamil Nadu, India. Many seasonal and a few perennial rivers such as the Chittar River, the Manimuthar River, the Pachaiyar River and the Tambaraparani River originate in this region. There are three major waterfalls that are reachable by road - the Main Falls, Five Falls, and Old Courtallam Falls. Other waterfalls like Shenbaga Devi Falls and Honey Falls are reachable only by trekking on the mountain. Near the Old Courtallam Falls is a smaller falls called the Tiger Falls, called by that name as it was known to have been frequented by tigers looking for water.
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Courtallam- 627802

Kateel: Sri DurgaParameshwari Temple

2011-08-06T01:04:00.000-07:00

Kateel Temple is dedicated to Goddess Durgaparameshwari. The holy temple is situated in the middle of the sacred river, Nandini. Kateel is located 25 Km from Mangalore.
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Kateel- 574148

Madhumalai- Bison

2011-08-06T00:22:00.000-07:00

The Mudumalai National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary Tamil, now also declared a Tiger Reserve, lies on the northwestern side of the Nilgiri Hills (Blue Mountains), in Nilgiri District, about 160 km (99 mi) north-west of Coimbatore in the westernmost part of Tamil Nadu, on the interstate boundaries with Karnataka and Kerala states in South India. Mudumalai, which means 'first hills’, is one of the first wildlife sanctuaries established in India. The sanctuary is divided into 5 ranges - Masinagudi, Thepakadu, Mudumalai, Kargudi and Nellakota. Here one can often spot herds of endangered Indian elephants, vulnerable Gaur(Indian Bison), and Chital. The sanctuary is a haven for Bengal Tigers and Indian Leopards and other threatened species. There are at least 266 species of birds in the sanctuary, including critically endangered species like the Indian White-rumped Vulture and the long-billed vulture.
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Madhumalai- 643211

Tanjayur: Brihadeeswara Temple

2011-08-06T00:12:00.000-07:00

The Peruvudaiyar Koyil or Brihadeeswarar Temple, also known as Rajarajeswaram, at Thanjavur in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, is the world's first complete granite temple and a brilliant example of the major heights achieved by Cholas kingdom Vishwakarmas in temple architecture. It is a tribute and a reflection of the power of its patron RajaRaja Chola I. It remains as one of the greatest glories of Indian architecture. The temple is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Great Living Chola Temples".

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Thanjayur- 613001

Varkala: Narayana Guru

2011-08-06T00:05:00.000-07:00

Narayana Guru was born on August 22, 1856, in the village of Chempazhanthi near Thiruvananthapuram, the son of Madan Asan, a farmer, and Kutti Amma. The boy was dotingly called Nanu. Nārāyana Guru is revered for his Vedic knowledge, poetic proficiency, openness to the views of others, non-violent philosophy and his unrelenting resolve to set aright social wrongs. Nārāyana Guru was instrumental in setting the spiritual foundations for social reform in today's Kerala and was one of the most successful social reformers who tackled caste in India. He demonstrated a path to social emancipation without invoking the dualism of the oppressed and the oppressor.
Varkala, 16 kms from Trivandrum, is on the seaside and Pilgrim center. To the east of the town is the Sivagiri Hill, where Shree Narayan guru established a social and spritual center.
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Varkala- 695141

Muzhappalingad: Drive in Beach

2011-08-05T01:51:00.000-07:00

Muzhappilangad Drive-in Beach is a beach in the state of Kerala in southwestern India. It is located parallel to National Highway 17 between Kannur and Thalassery. This beach is also considered the only Drive-in Beaches in Asia and it very famous in Kerala. The beach is about 5 km long and curves in a wide area providing a good view of Kannur on the north. Local laws allow beachgoers to drive for a full 4 km directly on the sands of the beach. The beach is bordered by black rocks, which also protect it from the stronger currents of the ocean.
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Muzhappalingad- 670662

Kanyakumari- Vivekananda Memorial Rock

2011-08-05T01:35:00.000-07:00

Vivekananda Rock Memorial is a sacred monument and popular tourist attraction in Vavathurai, Kanyakumari, India. The memorial stands on one of two rocks located about 500 meters off mainland of Vavathurai, India's southernmost tip. It was built in 1970 by the Vivekananda Rock Memorial Committee in honour of the visit of the great spiritual teacher Swami Vivekananda to Shripada Parai during the month of December 1892 for deep meditation and enlightenment. He swam to this rock and meditated about the past, present and future of India. It is said that he attained enlightenment on the rock, and henceforth became a reformer and philosopher. The merger of three seas - Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean can be seen from these rocks.
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Kanyakumari- 629702

Kochi- Chinese Fishing Nets

2011-08-05T01:22:00.000-07:00

The Chinese fishing nets (Cheena vala) are fixed land installations for an unusual form of fishing — shore operated lift nets. They are mostly found in the Indian state of Kerala. Huge mechanical contrivances hold out horizontal nets of 20 m or more across. Each structure is at least 10 m high and comprises a cantilever with an outstretched net suspended over the sea and large stones suspended from ropes as counterweights at the other end. Each installation is operated by a team of up to six fishermen.
The system is sufficiently balanced that the weight of a man walking along the main beam is sufficient to cause the net to descend into the sea. The net is left for a short time, possibly just a few minutes, before it is raised by pulling on ropes. The catch is usually modest: a few fish and crustaceans — these may be sold to passers by within minutes.
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Kochi- 682001

Ettaiyapuram: Subramanya Bharathiar

2011-08-05T01:14:00.000-07:00

Ettayapuram is a panchayat town in Thoothukudi district (also known as Tuticorin district) of Tamil Nadu, India. It is notable for being the birth place of the great Tamil Poet Mahakavi Bharathiar.
Subramanya Bharathi better known as Mahakavi Bharathiar (Maha Kavi meaning Great Poet) in Tamil, deemed as one of the greatest poets of twentieth-century India was born here on 11 December 1882. A prolific writer, philosopher and a great visionary of immense genius and perspicacity, Bharathiar was also one of the most prominent leaders of the Indian independence movement in South India.
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Ettaiyapuram- 628902

Thiruvaiyaru: Saint Tyagaraja's Tambura

2011-08-05T01:08:00.000-07:00

Kakarla Tyagabrahmam was one of the greatest composers of Carnatic music or classical South Indian music. He, along with his contemporaries Muthuswami Dikshitar and Shyama Shastry, forms the Trinity of Carnatic music. He was a prolific composer and highly influential in the development of the South Indian classical music tradition. Tyagaraja composed thousands of devotional compositions, most of them in praise of Lord Rama, most of which remain very popular even today. Of special mention are five of his compositions called the Pancharatna Krithis(English: 'five gems'), which are often sung in programs in his honor.
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Thiruvaiyaru- 613204

Rameshwaram- Ramanatha Swamy Temples Corridor

2011-08-05T01:01:00.000-07:00

Ramanathaswamy Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to god Shiva located in the island of Rameswaram in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The outer set of corridors is reputed to be the longest in the world being about 400 feet in each in the east and west and about 640 feet in north and south and inner corridors are about 224 feet in east and west and about 352 feet each in north and south. Their width varies from 15.5 feet to 17 feet in the east and west about 172 feet on the north and south with width varying 14.5 feet to 17 feet. The total length of those corridors is thus 3850 feet. There are about 1200 pillars in the outer corridor. Their height is about 30 feet from the floor to the center of the roof.
THe cancellation depicts the temples Corridor.
PostMaster
Rameshwaram- 623526

Tiruchirapally- Rock Fort

2011-08-05T00:52:00.000-07:00

The Tiruchirapalli Rock Fort is a historic fort and temple complex built on an ancient rock. It is located in the town of Tiruchirapalli, which is in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The 83-metre rock fort situated in the center of town is a major landmark in the town of Tiruchirapalli and is visible from a long distance. The oldest structure in the fort is a cave temple built by Pallavas in 580 AD. Under the Nayaks of Madurai that Trichy prospered in its own right and grew to be the city that it is today. The Nayaks of Madurai constructed the Rock Fort Temple Lake along with major walls as foundations, establishing the town as a trading city and later, their capital.
The Rock is said to be one of the oldest formations in the world. It is 3.8 billion years old, making it as old as the rocks in Greenland and older than the Himalayas.
Philatelic Bureau
Tiruchirapalli-620001

Vailankanni- Church

2011-08-05T00:42:00.000-07:00

Vailankani can be traced to the mid-16th century and is attributed to three miracles: the apparition of Mary and the Christ Child to a slumbering shepherd boy, the curing of a lame buttermilk vendor, and the rescue of Portuguese sailors from a violent sea storm.
Although all three apparitions resulted in the erection of a shrine to our Lady, it was the promise of the Portuguese sailors that caused a permanent edifice to be built at Velankanni. The chapel was dedicated on the feast of the Nativity of Mary (8 September), the day of their safe landing. More than 500 years later, the nine-day festival and celebration is still observed and draws nearly 2 million pilgrims each year. The Shrine of Our Lady of Velankanni, also known as the "Lourdes of the East",is one of the most frequented religious sites in India. Velankanni church (Our Lady of Good Health) was built in the late 16th century with modifications by Portuguese and further expansions later on due to influx of pilgrimages.
Cancellation depicts Roman Catholic shrine dedicated to Our lady of Good Health.
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Vailankanni- 611111

Tiruvannamalai- Lamp

2011-08-05T00:37:00.000-07:00

Thiruvannamalai is home to the Annamalaiyar Temple located at the foot of the Annamalai hill and amongst one of the great Shiva Temples of Tamil Nadu. Four Brahmotsavams are celebrated every year, the most famous of which is the one celebrated during the Tamil month of Karthikai (November/December). The ten day event culminates on the day of Karthigai Deepam. On that evening, a huge lamp is lit in a cauldron with three tons of ghee at the top of the Annamalai hill.
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Tiruvannamalai- 606601

Vadalur- Sathya Gyana Sabha

2011-08-05T00:03:00.000-07:00

Vadalur is a panchayat town in Cuddalore district. Vadalur attracts lot of tourist from all over the world because of the famous Auditorium " sathya Gyana Sabha ", established by famous saint " Vallalar " 150 years ago.
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Vadalur
Cuddalore District

Tirur: Thunchath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan

2011-08-03T06:28:00.000-07:00

Tirur is birth place of Thunchath Ramanujan Ezhuthachan, fondly regarded as the maker of modern Malayalam and the father of Malayalam Poetry.
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Tirur- 676101

Kalakkad: Lion Tailed Macaque

2011-08-03T06:21:00.000-07:00

Kalakkadu Wild Life Sanctuary is situated in area of 223 sq kms in the Tirunelveli District, including the foothills of Western Ghats and the adjoining area.
Lion tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Langur, Bonnet Macaque and Common Langur, Nilgiri Tahr, sambar, Sloth Bear, gaur, Elephant, Tiger, Flying Squirrel, Panther, Wild Dog, Pangoline are some of the wild life seen in the sanctuary. Besides, a wide range of birds and reptiles could be seen.
The cancellation depicts Lion tailed Macaque.
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Kalakkad- 627501

Srirangam: Deities Serpant.

2011-08-03T06:12:00.000-07:00

Srirangam is famous for its Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple, a major pilgrimage destination for Hindus (especially Srivaishnavites) and one of the largest temple complexes in the world. The cancellation depicts lord shivas serpent.
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Srirangam-620006

Hastampatti- Spinning wheel (Charaka)

2011-08-03T06:01:00.000-07:00

"Hasthampatti" is a place which has a unique distinction. Mahathma Gandhiji stayed in this building on 14.Feb.1934 as a guest of the land lord. The room in which he stayed has been set apart as a memorial for Gandhiji in the form of a Philatelic Museum where commemorative stamps, stationaries, first day covers issued by our country and foreign countries on Gandhiji are exhibited, in addition to the items used by Gandhiji during his stay. The Pictorial Cancellation shows the "Chakra Symbol".
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Hastampatti-636007

Tiruvarur: Chariot

2011-08-03T05:53:00.000-07:00

This ancient town in Chola heartland is famous for its Sri Tyagaraja temple, as well as the annual chariot festival held in the month of April.
The cancellation depicts the Temple car.
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Tiruvarur-610001

TopSlip: Nilgiri Thar

2011-08-03T05:46:00.000-07:00

Topslip is located above the 800 feet (240 m) from the sea level on the Anamalai mountain range. It is a small place in Indira Gandhi National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary that lies in the Coimbatore District of Tamil Nadu at the southern part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Separated from the Nilgiri Hills by the Palghat Gap on the north, the Park is contiguous to the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary (Kerala) to its west and to the Eravikulam National Park (Kerala) and Chinnar Wild life sanctuary.
The cancellation was introduced on 14.10.80
Post Mater
Top Slip- 642133

Madurai: Pallava Kings Flag

2011-08-03T05:37:00.000-07:00

The Pallava dynasty was a Tamil dynasty of South India which ruled the northern Tamil Nadu region and the southern Andhra Pradesh region with their capital at Kanchipuram, the largest capital of the sovereign nation Tondai Nadu of Tamilakkam. They had established themselves as a notable rising power in the region between 275 AD - 350 AD.
The cancellation was introduced on 6.09.81
Philatelic Bureau
Madurai-625001

Mamallapuram: Shore Temple

2011-08-03T05:30:00.000-07:00

Mahabalipuram, derived from 'Mamallapuram' is a town in Kancheepuram district in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The name Mamallapuram is believed to have been given after the Pallava king Narasimhavarman I, who took on the epithet Maha-malla (great wrestler), as the favourite sport of the Pallavas was wrestling. It has various historic monuments built largely between the 7th and the 9th centuries, and has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The cancellation depicts Shore temple.
Mamallapuram PO
Mamallapuram- 603104

Ellora: Kailasa Temple

2011-08-03T05:00:00.000-07:00

Ellora is an archaeological site, 30 km (19 mi) from the city of Aurangabad in the Indian state of Maharashtra built by the Rashtrakuta rulers. Well-known for its monumental caves, Ellora is a World Heritage Site. Ellora represents the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. The 34 "caves" – actually structures excavated out of the vertical face of the Charanandri hills – being Buddhist, Hindu and Jain rock-cut temples and monasteries, were built between the 5th century and 10th century. The 12 Buddhist (caves 1–12), 17 Hindu (caves 13–29) and 5 Jain (caves 30–34) caves, built in proximity, demonstrate the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history.
The cancellation depicts Kailasa temple in cave 16.

Khajuraho: Laxman Temple

2011-08-03T04:52:00.000-07:00

The Khajuraho Group of Monuments in Khajuraho, a town in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, located in Chhatarpur District. The name Khajuraho, ancient "Kharjuravāhaka", is derived from the Sanskrit words kharjura = date palm and vāhaka = "one who carries".
The Khajuraho group of monuments has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is considered to be one of the "seven wonders" of India. The Khajuraho temples are made of sandstone. The builders didn't use mortar: the stones were put together with mortise and tenon joints and they were held in place by gravity. This form of construction requires very precise joints. The columns and architraves were built with megaliths that weighed up to 20 tons.
The postmark depicts Laxman Temple. The cancellation was introduced on

Kolkotta- Kolkotta City

2011-08-03T04:42:00.000-07:00

Kolkatā, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. Kolkata is the commercial capital of East India, located on the east bank of the Hooghly River. The city of Kolkata has 4.5 million residents, and the metropolitan area, including suburbs, has a population of approximately 15.7 million, making it the third most populous metropolitan area in India and the 13th most populous urban area in the world.
The Postmark depicts Kolkotta city showing Howrah Bridge, Victoria memorial etc.
The cancellation was introduced on 26.06.2007.

Patna: Golghar

2011-08-03T04:06:00.000-07:00

The Golghar or Gol Ghar("Round house"), located to the west of the Gandhi Maidan in Patna, capital of Bihar state, India is a granary built by Captain John Garstin, in 1786. After the devastating famine of 1770, which killed nearly 10 million people in regions of Bengal, Bihar and modern day Bangladesh, Warren Hastings, then Governor-General of India, ordered the construction of this beehive shaped structure for the purpose of storing grains for the British Army. It was conceived and built by Captain John Garstin, an engineer with the East India Company,[3] and has a storage capacity of 140000 tons, it construction was completed on 20 July 1786.

Ranakpur: Jain Temple

2011-08-02T02:17:00.000-07:00

Ranakpur is a village located in Desuri tehsil near Sadri town in the Pali district of Rajasthan in western India.Light colored marble has been used for the construction of this grand temple which occupies an area of approximately 60 x 62 meters. The temple, with its distinctive domes, shikhara, turrets and cupolas rises majestically from the slope of a hill. Over 1444 marble pillars, carved in exquisite detail, support the temple. The pillars are all differently carved and no two pillars are the same. It is also said that it is impossible to count the pillars. Also all the statues face one or the other statue. There is one beautiful carving made out of a single marble rock where there 108 heads of snakes and numerous tails. One cannot find the end of the tails. The image faces all four cardinal directions. In the axis of the main entrance, on the western side, is the largest image.
The temple is designed as chaumukha—with four faces.The dating of this temple is controversial but it is largely considered to be anywhere between the late 14th to mid-15th centuries. Inspired by a dream of a celestial vehicle, Dhanna Shah, a Porwad, is said to have commissioned it, under the patronage of Rana Kumbha, then ruler of Mewar.

Kaziranga National Park: Single Horn Rhino

2011-08-02T02:03:00.000-07:00

Kaziranga National Park is a national park in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of the state of Assam, India. A World Heritage Site, the park hosts two-thirds of the world's Great One-horned Rhinoceroses. Kaziranga boasts the highest density of tigers among protected areas in the world and was declared a Tiger Reserve in 2006. The park is home to large breeding populations of elephants, wild water buffalo, and swamp deer. Kaziranga is recognized as an Important Bird Area by Birdlife International for conservation of avifaunal species. Compared to other protected areas in India, Kaziranga has achieved notable success in wildlife conservation. Located on the edge of the Eastern Himalaya biodiversity hotspot, the park combines high species diversity and visibility. In 1985, Kaziranga was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO for its unique natural environment. Cancellation was introduced in the year 1974.

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Kaziranga National Park

Assam- 785609

Sasan Gir- Lions

2011-08-02T01:49:00.000-07:00

Type 1
Type 2
Type 1 cancellation was introduced in 01.11.1975. Even though it was a Lion sanctuary the post mark showed Tiger. This went on for two decades. The error was rectified with a new postmark showing Lions on 20.04.1995 ( Type 2).

The Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (also known as Sasan-Gir) is a forest and wildlife sanctuary in Gujarat, India. Established in 1965, with a total area of 1412 km² ,the park is located 65 km to the south-east of Junagadh and 60 km to south west of Amreli.

It is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica) and is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species. The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is protected as a result of the efforts of the government forest department, wildlife activists and NGOs.

Baroda: Shivaji Rao Gaekwad

2011-07-31T23:45:00.000-07:00

Sayajirao Gaekwad III (Shrimant Gopalrao Gaekwad); (10 March 1863 – 6 February 1939), was the Maharaja of Baroda State from 1875 to 1939, and is notably remembered for reforming much of his state during his rule.
Cancellation depicts Statue of Shivaji Rao Gaekwad at Baroda, which is placed in front of the main entrance of the sayaji park. Nr. Vadodara Rly. station. The statue was moulded in bronze by Mr. Francis a famous sculptor of England by raising funds from the public. The statue was unveiled by the Maharaja Holkar of Indore on 17th March, 1914.The cancellation has been introduced at Fateganj HO Vadodara on 16.01.1989.
Philatelic Bureau
Fathegunj PO
Baroda-390002

Jim Corbett National Park: Deer

2011-07-31T23:33:00.000-07:00

Jim Corbett National Park—named after the hunter and conservationist Jim Corbett who played a key role in its establishment—is the oldest national park in India. The park was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park. Situated in Nainital district of Uttarakhand the park acts as a protected area for the critically endangered Bengal tiger of India, the secure survival of which is the main objective of Project Tiger, an Indian wildlife protection initiative.
The park has sub-Himalayan belt geographical and ecological characteristics. An eco tourism destination, it contains 488 different species of plants and a diverse variety of fauna. The cancellation depicts deer with a message " Preserve our Heritage Preserve wild Life.

Cheruthuruthy: Dance Drama

2011-07-26T02:01:00.000-07:00

Kathakali is a dance drama of Kerela.Kalamandalam, the institution where this dance is taught is situated at Cheruthuruthy.
Cheruthuruthy PO
Cheruthuruthy-679531

Agali: Lion Tailed Macaque

2011-07-26T01:55:00.000-07:00

Silent Valley National Park is located in the Nilgiri Hills, Palakkad District in Kerala, South India. The area in this national park was historically explored in 1847 by the botanist Robert Wight. Silent Valley is home to the largest population of Lion-tailed Macaque, an endangered species of Primate.
Agali PO
Agali-678581

Lakkidi: Head gear

2011-07-26T01:51:00.000-07:00

It is the birth place of Kunjan Nambiar. Kerala's greatest humorist poet. He is better known as the originator of a solo dance performance called 'Ottamthullal'. The cancellation depicts the head gear of the artist performing the dance.
Lakkid PO
Lakkidi-679301

Kalpathy: Car Festival

2011-07-26T01:46:00.000-07:00

Kalpathy Viswanathaswamy temple is the oldest Siva temple in Malabar. The temple was built in 1425 A.D by H Kombi Achan, then the King of Palakkad. The cancellation depicts the car festival which is celebrated in the month of November.
Kalpathy PO
Kalpathy-678003

Mattancherry: Magen David

2011-07-26T01:43:00.000-07:00

Mattancherry Jetty is in Cochin City. The cancellation depicts the 'Magen David' (Six Pointed Star) of the famous Cochin Synagogue at Mattancherry, built in 1568.
Mattancherry Jetty PO
Mattancherry-682002

Malampuza: Dam

2011-07-26T01:39:00.000-07:00

Malampuzha Dam is the largest reservoir in Kerala, located near Palakkad in south India with the scenic hills of the Western Ghats in the background. It is a combination of a masonry dam with a length of 1,849 metres and an earthen dam with a length of 220 metres. The dam is 6,066 feet high and crosses the Malampuzha River, a tributary of Bharathappuzha, Kerala's second longest river. There is a network of two canal systems that serve the dam's reservoir of 42,090 hectares.
The dam project was begun in 1949 and completed in 1955. The total catchments area is 145 square kilometres, while the reservoir has a capacity of 8000 square meters of water. The canal systems serve to irrigate farm land while the reservoir provides drinking water to Palakkad and surrounding villages.
Malampuza PO
Malampuza- 678651

Pallikkere: Bekal Fort

2011-07-26T01:26:00.000-07:00

Bekal Fort is the largest fort in Kasargod, Kerala, India, spreading over 40 acres (160,000 m2). An important features of this fort are the water-tank with its flight of steps, the tunnel opening towards the south, the magazine for keeping ammunition and the broad and wide steps leading to the Observation Tower which is a rarity. The Fort appears to have been built up from the sea since almost three fourth of its exteriors is drenched and the waves continually stroke the citadel.
Pallikere PO
Pallikere- 671316

Pavaratti: St Joseph Church

2011-07-26T01:20:00.000-07:00

This church was built in 1876. The Portuguese styled main altar and the non pillared 12500 sq feet portion around the altar are remarkable architectural feature of the shrine. The annual festival celebration on the third Sunday after Easter is famous.
Pavaratti PO
Pavaratti-680507

Munnar: Nilgiri Thar

2011-07-26T01:16:00.000-07:00

The Nilgiri Tahr, Nilgiritragus hylocrius, known locally as the Nilgiri Ibex or simply Ibex, is an ungulate that is endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and the southern portion of the Western Ghats in the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala in southern India. It is the state animal of Tamil Nadu. Males are larger than the females, and have a darker color when mature. Both sexes have curved horns, which are larger in the males, reaching up to 40 centimetres (16 in) for males and 30 centimetres (12 in) for females. Adult males weigh 80 to 100 kilograms (180 to 220 lb) and stand about 100 centimetres (39 in) tall at the shoulder.
Munnar PO
Munnar- 685612

Malayattur: St Thomas Church

2011-07-26T01:06:00.000-07:00

Malayattoor Saint Thomas Church is one of the most prominent Christian pilgrim centers in the Ernakulam district of Kerala, India. The Malayatoor Church of Cochin attracts a large number of devotees from not just Kerala, but also all over India. St. Thomas the Apostle was the one who took initiative to begin a Christian community in Kerala. He also set up the church here which has been designated by the Vatican as an International Shrine.It is believed that St. Thomas held prayer at this church when he landed in Kerala. The hilltop church is located 15 km away from the town of Kalady. Malayatoor and Kodanad villages are located on the opposite banks of the Periyar river with unspoiled and rustic views of the surroundings.
Malayattur Po
Malayattur-683587

Guruvayur: Bell & Flag

2011-07-26T01:00:00.000-07:00

The Guruvayur Temple is a famous Krishna temple and is one of the most important places of worship for Hindus and is often referred to as "Bhooloka Vaikuntam" which translates to the holy abode of Vishnu on Earth. The divine idol installed here represents the enchanting form of Sree Krishna endowed with the four lustrous arms carrying the conch Panchajanya, the discus Sudarshana Chakra, the mace Kaumodaki and the lotus. THe cancellation depicts the bell and flag mast of temple.
Guruvayur PO
Guruvayur-680101

Kalady: Sankaracharya

2011-07-26T00:47:00.000-07:00

Kalady, 45 kms south of Cochin, is the birth place of Sankaracharya, the famous saint and philosopher who lived in the 8th century AD. His name is synonymous with
"Advaita". The cancellation carries Sankara's portrait.
Kalady PO
Kalady-683574

Trissur: Poorum Festival

2011-07-26T00:41:00.000-07:00

Thrissur Pooram is called 'the pooram of all poorams' (festival). It is the biggest of all poorams held in Kerala state. The Thrissur pooram, is celebrated every year in the month of Medam (mid-April to mid-may) as per the malayalam calendar.Thrissur town plays host, for 36 hours from the wee hours of the pooram day, to one of the most largest collection of people and elephants. The richly decorated elephant, as seen during the Thrissur pooram, is now globally recognized, and its association with Kerala. On the pooram day, fifty (50) or more elephants pass through the very center of Thrissur town, the Vadakkunnathan temple. The main features of the pooram (festival) are these decorated elephants with their nettipattam (decorative golden headdress), beautifuliy crafted kolam, decorative bells and ornaments etc. Add to this is the panchavadyam, the rhythmic beating of the drum, and what would be a cacophony otherwise is turned into an organized but spontaneous symphony.
Philatelic Bureau
Trissur HPO
Trissur-680001

ISRO: Rocket

2011-07-26T00:38:00.000-07:00

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Center of Indian Space Research Organization functions here.
ISRO
Trivandrum- 695022

Bharananganam: Sister Alponsa

2011-07-26T00:26:00.000-07:00

Saint Alphonsa Muttathupadathu is a Catholic Saint, the first person of Indian origin to be canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church and the first canonized saint of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church, an Eastern Catholic Church of the Saint Thomas Christian community. Alphonsamma, as she was locally known, was born in Arpookara Village Archdiocese of Changanassery. She had a poor, difficult childhood and experienced loss and suffering early on in life. She joined the Franciscan Clarist Congregation, and through them, completed schooling and made her permanent vows in 1936. She taught school for years but was plagued by illness. She died on 28 July 1946, aged 35. She is buried at Bharananganam, Travancore (present day Kerala) in the Diocese of Palai.
Bharananganam PO
Bharananganam- 686578

Alleppy: Snake Boat Race

2011-07-26T00:15:00.000-07:00

Alleppey is a commercial town and famous for backwaters of Vembanad lake, the largest fresh water lake in South India. The Nehru trophy boat race is held once in a year, which began in 1953 and conducted on the second Saturday of August. The cancellation depicts the Snake boat.
I received two types of Postmark. First one a larger seal used during Boat race. The second one for regular usage.

Kadalundi: Sand wich Tern

2011-07-26T00:07:00.000-07:00

The Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary lies in the Malappuram District of the state of Kerala in India. It spreads over a cluster of islands where the Kadalundipuzha River flows into the Arabian Sea. The Sanctuary hill is around 200 m above sea level. It is 19 km from Kozhikode city center. Over a hundred species of native birds have been recorded in the sanctuary, including about 60 species of migratory birds which visit seasonally; these include terns, gulls, herons, sandpipers and cormorants. Notable species are Whimbrels and Brahminy Kites. The sanctuary is well known for a wide variety of fish, mussels and crabs.
Kadalundi PO
Kadalundi- 673302

Ponmudi: Hill station

2011-07-25T23:53:00.000-07:00

61 kms from Trivandrum, Ponmudi is a popular hill station at an altitude of 1000 meters above sea level. It has a cool salubrious climate.

Parambikulam: Nilgiri Thar

2011-07-25T23:38:00.000-07:00

Tucked away in the valley between the Anamalai ranges of Tamil Nadu and the Nelliampathy ranges of Kerala on the majestic Western Ghats is the Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary.This virgin valley that is the pride of Palakkad district is a glorious tribute to untouched nature.The reservoir harbours several varieties of aquatic fauna including mugger crocodiles that are often seen sunning on its banks.
It has largest population of Gaur, Sambar, Deer, Jungle cat, Lion Tailed Macaques etc.
Parambikulam PO
Parambikulam-678661

Kovalam: Beach

2011-07-25T23:33:00.000-07:00

Kovalam is a suburb and a beach town on the Arabian Sea in Thiruvananthapuram city, Kerala, India. It is located around 13 km from the Central business district. The larger of the beaches is called Light House Beach for its 35 metre high light house which towers over it atop Kurumkal hillock. The second largest one is called the Hawah Beach.
Kovalam PO
Kovalam-695527

Kottayi: Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavathar

2011-07-25T23:26:00.000-07:00

Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar was a Carnatic music singer from Palakkad. Known by his village name Chembai, or simply as Bhagavatar, he was born to Anantha Bhagavatar and Parvati Ammal in 1895. Chembai was noted for his powerful voice and majestic style of singing. His first public performance was in 1904, when he was nine. He was a recipient of several titles and honours. He was known for his encouragement of upcoming musicians, and also for his ability to spot new talent. He was responsible for popularizing compositions like Rakshamam, Pavana Guru, among others. The music critic 'Aeolus' describes him as "the musician who has meant the most to Carnatic Music in the first fifty years of the 20th century". Some of his prominent disciples include Yesudas, T. V. Gopalakrishnan, V.V.Subramaniam, P.Leela, among others.
Kottayi PO
Kottayi- 678572

Sabarimala: Holy steps (Pathinettampadi)

2011-07-25T23:19:00.000-07:00

Sabarimala is a hill temple of Lord Ayyappa, where devotees in thousands from all parts of the country are on pilgrimage during the festival season from the middle of November to the middle of January. The cancellation depicts the holy steps, eighteen in number leading to the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. The post office functions only during the season.
Sabarimala PO
Sabarimala-689713

Jodhpur: Mehranghar Fort

2011-07-25T23:15:00.000-07:00

Mehrangarh Fort, located in Jodhpur city in Rajasthan state, is one of the largest forts in India. The fort is situated 400 feet (122 m) above the city and is enclosed by imposing thick walls. Inside its boundaries there are several palaces known for their intricate carvings and expansive courtyards. A winding road leads to and from the city below. The imprints of cannonball hits by attacking armies of Jaipur can still be seen on the second gate. To the left of the fort is the chhatri of Kirat Singh Soda, a soldier who fell on the spot defending the Mehrangarh fort.
There are seven gates, which include Jayapol (meaning 'victory'), built by Maharaja Man Singh to commemorate his victories over Jaipur and Bikaner armies. Fattehpol (also meaning 'victory') gate was built by Maharaja Ajit Singh to mark the defeat of the Mughals. The palm imprints upon these still attract much attention even today.
Jodhpur PO
Jodhpur- 342001

Patna: Didarganj Yakshi

2011-07-25T22:53:00.000-07:00

Didarganj Yakshi (or Didarganj Chauri Bearer) is viewed as one of the finest examples of Mauryan art.The sculpture is currently housed in Patna Museum, Patna, India
t is estimated to be at least 2000 years old; and is carved out of a single piece of stone.The discovery of the Didarganj Chauri Bearer was carried out on the banks of the river Ganga at Didargunj, Patna in 1917. It was moved to the Patna museum by noted archaeologist, professor and historian, Dr. J N Samaddar. This piece of art was taken around the world for display in several museums across the world. Unfortunately, its nose got chipped off during transportation in 1985, when it was being taken to Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., USA during the Festival of India exhibition.
Philatelic Bureau
Patna GPO
Patna-800001

Shimla: Monal

2011-07-25T22:12:00.000-07:00

The Himalayan Monal, Lophophorus impejanus also known as the Impeyan Monal or Impeyan Pheasant or Danphe is a bird of genus Lophophorus of the pheasant family, Phasianidae.
It is the national bird of Himchal Pradesh.
The cancellation depicts two Monal's and Himalayan range on backdrop.
Shimla Philatelic Bureau
Shimla GPO
Shmila- 171001

Vedatangal: Egrets

2011-07-25T04:39:00.000-07:00

Vedanthankal Lake Bird Sanctuary is a 30-hectare (74-acre) sanctuary located in the Kancheepuram District of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The sanctuary is about 75 kilometres (47 mi) from Chennai.
Vedanthangal is a home for migratory birds, such as pintail, garganey, grey wagtail, blue-winged teal, common sandpiper and some more.

Ajantha Caves: Elephant

2011-07-25T04:24:00.000-07:00

AJANTA is world's greatest historical monument recognised by UNESCO. There are 30 caves in Ajanta of which 9, 10, 19, 26 and 29 are chaitya-grihas and the rest are monasteries. These caves were discovered in AD 1819 and were built up in the earlier 2nd century BC-AD. All paintings shows heavy religious influence and centre around Buddha, Bodhisattvas, incidents from the life of Buddha and the Jatakas.
The cancellation depicts six tusked elephant in jungle which is supposed to be a previous incarnation of the Buddha. This is found in Cave no 10.

Bharathpur: Siberian Crane

2011-07-25T04:19:00.000-07:00

The Keoladeo National Park or Keoladeo Ghana National Park formerly known as the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary in Rajasthan, India is a famous avifauna sanctuary that sees thousands of rare and highly endangered birds such as the Siberian Crane which come here during the winter season. Over 230 species of birds are known to have made the National Park their home. It is also a major tourist centre with scores of ornithologists arriving here in the hibernal season. It was declared a protected sanctuary in 1971. It is also a declared World Heritage Site.
Bharathpur forest lodge
Bharathpur- 321001

Gingee: Gingee Fort

2011-07-25T04:07:00.000-07:00

Gingee Fort also known as Chenji or Jinji in Tamil Nadu, India is one of the few surviving forts in Tamil Nadu, India. It lies in Villupuram District,160 kilometres from the state capital, Chennai, and is close to the Union Territory of Pondicherry. So well fortified was this place that Shivaji ranked it as the "most impregnable fortress in India" and it was called the "Troy of the East" by the British.
Originally the site of a small fort built by the Chola dynasty in 9th century AD, it was later modified by Kurumbar while fighting the Chola and again by the Vijayanagar empire in the 13th century to elevate it to the status of an unbreachable citadel to protect the small town of Gingee. It was also the headquarters of the Gingee Nayaks, during the Nayaka domination in Tamil Nadu.