India Mint Stamp

Lokith Philately

Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Maharashtra

Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers

Date of issue: 26.01.1977

Pin code: 431102

Status: Active

PO Name: Daulatabad

Description: Chand Minar, Daulatabad (Devgiri) Fort Daulatabad, also known as Devagiri, is a 14th Century fort in Maharashtra State of India. The place was originally named Devagiri. The historical triangular fort of Daulatabad was built by first Yadava King Bhillama V in 1187. Chand Minar at Daulatabad was built in Turkish Style in 1435 by Ala-ud-din Bahmani to celebrate his occupation of the fort. This 13Mtr. high tower is an outstanding example of Islamic Art.

Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post