Johar Kund

India / Madhya Pradesh / Gwalior /
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The water of Jauhar Kund used to supply in Jehangir Palace, Shahjehan Palace, Karan Mahal, and Vikram Mahal. Women of Royal Herm of Rajputs commited suicide in this tank at time of Muslim attack on Gwalior Fort in 1232 AD headed by Iltutmis. So the tank got the name as Johar Kund.
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Coordinates:   26°13'59"N   78°10'9"E
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