Flagstaff Tower Tourism

Type of destination: Historical Landmark

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Flagstaff Tower is a historical structure located within the Kamla Nehru Ridge forest in Delhi, India. Built in 1828 by the British as a signal tower, it stands as a reminder of the colonial era and the Indian sepoy mutiny of 1857. The tower is one of the significant landmarks associated with the first war of Indian independence, as it was here that the European families took refuge during the siege of Delhi. Historically, the tower was a vantage point for the British to signal troop movements and to monitor the city. The structure is characterized by its circular design and is made out of masonry stones. Visitors can witness a panoramic view of the city from the top. The location of Flagstaff Tower, now surrounded by lush greenery, is both serene and historically poignant. The ridge area is also famous for its natural beauty, biodiversity, and is a popular spot for morning walks, bird watching, and for those interested in the city's heritage. Today, the tower stands as a monument protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Top 5 Reviews on Flagstaff Tower

AshishS3612

Wrote on 22nd Dec, 2018

Enjoyable visit

This visit was very enjoyable. We had a great experience along with family and friends. Place was well maintained.

chetan1586

Wrote on 28th Oct, 2018

With Historical Significance

Flagstaff tower has a great historical significance & dates centuries back. It is nice place to visit

rupeshbits

Wrote on 22nd Feb, 2018

Refuge during ancient times

This is ancient historical tower This Tower, which is situated at Kamla Nehru Ridge, is very near to North Campus of Delhi. This tower was built in 1828 AD as a signal tower for resting place of europ..

MARGDARSHI

Wrote on 16th Apr, 2015

British Refuge During 1857 War

I visited this place on my round of ancient attractions like the Mutiny Memorial,Ashoka Pilar,Chauburji Mosque,Pir Ghaib,Nicholson Cemetery etc all located .around the northern Kamla Nehru Ridge near ..

SatyendraGarg

Wrote on 25th Feb, 2015

Flagstaff Tower, built as a signal tower, was refuge for the Europeans in 1857.

This Tower, which is located at Kamla Nehru Ridge, is very near to North Campus, Delhi. This was built in 1828 AD as a signal tower is historically important as Europeans took shelter here after captu..

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