Pink Coloured House at Kolkata, West Bangal, India

These are the photographs of Bangali commemorative stone and Pink house located Near Wellington Square Taltala Kolkata, West Bangal, India. This was the house where the famous poet Kazi Nazrul Islam spent a couple of years of his life (1921-22).  During that phase, he wrote one of his famous poem "Bidrohi" (Rebel).Kazi Nazrul Islam (24 May 1899 – 29 August 1976) was a Bengali poet, writer, musician, and revolutionary. He is the national poet of Bangladesh. Popularly known as Nazrul, he produced a large body of poetry and music with themes that included religious devotion and spiritual rebellion against fascism and oppression. Nazrul's activism for political and social justice earned him the title of "Rebel Poet"  His compositions form the avant-garde genre of Nazrul Sangeet  (Music of Nazrul). In addition to being revered in Bangladesh, he is equally commemorated and revered in India, especially in the Bengali-speaking States of West Bengal and Tripura.

It is written in Bengali on sommemorative stone:

'Symbol of youth poet Nazrul Islam spent some time of his life here (1921-22) at this house 3/4 C Taltala Lane. At this very house the poet wrote his famous poem "Bidrohi" (The Rebel).

This stone tablet was erected on his birth centenary by the committee on 24th April 1999.'



Photographs By Mr Subhadip Mukherjee Sahib

Bhodesar Mosque Nagarparkar, Sindh, Pakistan

These are some photographs of English/ Sindhi commemorative board and Ancient Bhodesar Mosque built in 1505 A. D. By Mahmood Shah Bin Muzaffar Shah Bin Ghiyasuddin, the ruler of Gujrat located at Nagarparkar Umer Kota, Sindh, Pakistan.


It is written on the Commemorative Board of Bhodesar Mosque Erected by Director General Antiquities and Archaeology, Cultural, Tourism & Antiquities Department Government of Sindh.



'Bhodesar Mosque'



'This small beautiful, but shinning white mosque stands by the side of Bhodesar Dam (Reservoir) at the foot of Karoon Thar built entirely inchast marble by Mahmood Shah Bin Muzaffar Shah Bin Ghiyasuddin, the ruler of Gujrat in 1505 A. D, 880 A. H. It is doomed structure with influence of Hindu and Jain Architectural style and decoration. The main chamber is roughly square in plan, each side measuring about 9.2 m, which is supported by Marble pillars and beams. The facade is decorated with merlons shaped battlements. The mosque has a Courtyard on the Eastern side of the main chamber which is enclosed with a perimeter wall built in dressed loom sand stone. '



Photographs By Miss Winisant Akhtar Sahiba

Maghen David Synagogue Kolkata, West Bangal, India

' Jewish Synagogue Special'




All These photographs are related to old times Jewish Maghen David  Synagogue located at 19, Synagogue Street, China Bazar, Barabazar Market, Kolkata, West Bangal, India. English Translation of Maghen David  Synagogue is Shield of David which
 Constructed on 11th September 1884 AD.


The foundation stone for this synagogue was laid down on 23rd of January 1883 and the construction was completed in September 1884 at a staggering cost of Rs. 2,00,000 all paid by Elias David Joseph Ezra. The land on which the synagogue was built partly belonged to the Neveh Shalom Synagogue and that on Elias Ezra’s step mother. The new synagogue was named after David Joseph Ezra the father of Elias Ezra.

The new synagogue was inaugurated on 11th of September 1884 and was considered an architectural masterpiece which even had electric chandeliers and the steeple had a clock which was imported from London.

SOME FEATURES OF The MAGHEN DAVID Synagogue Kolkata:-

* Outer walls built with red and grey bricks

* Pillars with floral designs on top (these sections were imported from Paris)

* Dome (Apse) at the main altar (Hekal) looks like a blue sky with starts resembling heaven

* Separate ladies gallery on the upper floor on both the sides
Electrified in 1921

* Steeple tower rises to a height of 43 meters

* Size of the synagogue is 24 meters by 43 43 meters

* Quarter chime clock with four faces on four sides on the steeple

* Raised Tebah/ Tevah at the centre of the floor


Historical Information Written  on the Commemorative Stones Erected at Maghen David Synagogue Reads As Below One by one :

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'Elias Hyam Musleah (1904-1985)  Pious devoted, loyal Hony. Secretary and treasurer of this Synagogue for almost two decades. Last of a family that was consultant and guide to each of the ministers having known well traditional liturgy.'

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'In the sacred memory of Rev. Albert Morris who for 20 years officiated as the Minister of this Synagogue and whose rendering of the services was deeply appreciated by his Congregation. His place will be difficultly to fill died 2nd August 1946.'

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'In Commemoration of the century Service of Maghen David Synagogue arranged and conducted by Rabbi Dr. Ezekiel. N. Musleah and attained by the local Jewish community and overseas visitors Rosh Hadesh Shebath 5745, January 23,1985.'

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' In Sacred memory of Benjamin Hye Nissim Elias a member of this Synagogue in appreciation of his services as Honorary Treasurer from 1911 and in addition from 1927. It's vice president till his death on October 10th 1943.'

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'In memory of Nissim Benjamin Elias for his unflagging devotion to the Maghen David Synagogue and Jewish community. Born 14th June 1898, Died 13th August 1965.'

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'In loving memory of Sonny Solomon Flying Officer (Navigator) Royal Air Force Born in Calcutta 23rd Sept 1919 killed in air operation over France 11th Sept 1944- 23 Elul 5704 buried by France Manquis at Alpinac Cemetery Epinacless - mines on 13th Sept 1944.'

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'This tablet Commemorates the celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the constitution of the Jewish community and the establishment of the first Synagogue in Calcutta which was solemnly held in this sacred building by special prayers on Saturday 15th of IYYAR 5691-  2nd May 1931.'

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'Patron of the Synagogue in recognition of their generous support for 1894 Appeal.
Elias Duke Cohen and Grace Grunberg
Elias Charitable Foundation
Flower Elias
Eric Michael Ezekiel Ezra
Esmond David Ezra
Jewish Girls School
High and Maurice Rassaby
The Rembaum Family
Charles and Esther Solomon
Moselle Solomon '

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'This tablet is a memorial to the late Rev. E. M. D. Cohen, for 43 years Senior Minister of the Maghen David Synagogue. Who devoted his life to the welfare of the Congregation. To the services of the community and to the advancement of the love and fear of God. And is Erected as a sign of lasting appreciation and esteem by the board of Manhichim of this Synago

Entrance gateway to Rose Garden and tomb of Dai Angha Located at Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

These are some Photographs of English/Urdu Commemorative Board And Great Mughal Times Entrance gateway to Rose Garden and Tomb of Dai Ang

ha Located at Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.


It is written on Commemorative Board :

'This gateway is the entrance to measure garden which like so many gardens at Lahore now disappeared. It was constructed by a Persian Noble Mirza Sultan Baig who was Amirul Bahr(Admiral of Fleet). The name of Gulabi Bagh (Rose Garden) has been mentioned in the last line of the inscription over the archway which describes the kind the garden and the date of its construction (1066 AH-1655 AD). It measures 47+35 and is profusely decorated with Mosaic tile work. '

' Tomb of Dai Angha'

'The tomb of Zaib ul Nisa popularly known as Dai Angha is situated towards the Northern Side of Rose Garden at a distance of a few steps. She was midwife of Shah Jahan. It is to be known that after its construction, Quranic Verses written with the Hands of Munshi Muhammad Saleh with date 1082 AH/1671 AD is incurved on the wall of a middle room of the tomb that reveals the Completion year of the tomb. '



Photographs Source : Lahore Shanasi Foundation 

Gurdwara Singh Sabha located at Gujaranwala, Punjab, Pakistan

These are photographs of commemoratives stones and
old times beautiful building of Gurdwara Singh Sabha located at Gujaranwala, Punjab, Pakistan. All Gurmukhi commemorative stones are about the people who have contributed financially and physically in making of this building. Dr. Subhash Parihar Sahib translated Gurmukhi commemorative stones into English in this way:

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'This room was built by Rai Saheb Lala Jagan Nath Chhabra, Assistant Garrison Engineer, in the memory of his wife Maya Devi who expired in Kashmir on 31 May 1943.'

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'500 (rupees donated by) Bibi Narinder Kaur, wife of Seth Inder Singh, of Khangah Dogra, for the building of the upper storey room, Shri Guru Singh Sabha, Gujranwala.'

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'Sant Atar Singh Hall. In the pious memory of the beloved of God Sant Atar Singh, the foundation stone of this hall was laid on Poh sudi 7, the 10 January 1927,  y the following persons: Sant Teja Singh Mastuana, Sant Khushal Singh, Avtar Singh, Barrister Gujranwala, Partap Singh, Sant Singh Kariala.'

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'SANT ATAR SINGH HALL
The following Guru-loving donated:
Dharam Singh Contractor Delhi [provided] girders and other iron material for the roof
Lala Bhagat Ram Sant Ram, one cart-load of lime
Mrs. Jai Kaur         Rs. 317, and a half.
Baba Ladha Singh Bedi    Rs. 276
S. Avtar Singh Barrister Rs. 250
Kanwar Mahinder Pal Singh Raees Rs. 250
s. Rajwant Singh Raees, Rajkot Rs 250
Seth Nidhan Singh Philoki   Rs. 250
S. Kesar Singh Dhariwala Rs. 250
Naranjan Singh Raees Bhatia Rs. 190
Ishar Singh Bajaj, Banker Rs. 151
Narain Singh Vakeel  Rs. 125
Mool Singh Van vale [string-seller] Rs. 101
Partap Singh Madhok Raees Rs. 101
Gurdit Singh Vajjyan vala [Bandmaster?]  Rs. 101
Gian Singh, son ofNarain Singh Atar vala [Scent-seller] Rs. 101
Ishar Singh Bhande vala [Utensil-seller] Rs. 101
Sham Singh Engineer Rs. 101
Seth Nand Singh Philoki Rs. 250'

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'Partap Singh Dhaliwal, contractor got laid this floor, year 1944.'
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'SANT ATAR SINGH HALL
For this hall, the following Guru lovers made donations:
Sar. Alam Singh Engineer Rs. 25
Sar. Partap Singh Van vale [string-seller] Rs. 51
Sar. Bishan Singh Commission Agent Rs. 51
Pirthipal Singh s/o Jagat Singh Rs. 50
Kanwar Ravinder Pal Singh Rs. 50
Sar. Harnam Singh, Lala Prabh Dayal Commission Agent Rs. 50
Sar. Gurmukh Singh Dhariwal Rs. 50
Sar. Harnam Singh Van vale[string-seller] Rs. 25
Sar. Gian Singh Teja Singh Lakkar vale [wood-seller] Rs. 25
Bapu Sadhu Singh Atar vale [Scent-seller] Rs. 25
Sar. Hazoor Singh Stattion Master Rs. 25
Sar. Harnam Singh Sahukar Philoki Rs. 25
Bibi Atar Kaur Rs. 25
Sar. Harnam Singh Rs. 25
Sar. Radha Singh Contrator Mellowala Rs. 25
Sar. Gurdial Singh Pensioner Accountant Rs. 25
Sar. Dial Singh Thedi Gill Rs. 25
Sar. Avbtar Singh son of Jawand Singh Manchanda Rs. 25
Sar. Kesar Singh Bhatthewala [Brick-kiln owner] 5000 bricks
Lala Daulu Shah Bhambra Bhatthewala [Brick-kiln owner] 4025 bricks
Sar. Sham Singh Qanungo 2500 bricks
Sar. Mela Singh Ram Singh Almirah maker 2500 bricks
Sar. Dulla Singh Chune wala [Lime-seller] 100 feet of lime
Sar. ....l Singh Philoki Rs. 25'

Photographs By Mr Tariq Amir Sahib