Punjab Collection (page 7)

Persian wheel raising water from the Sutlej River, Punjab, 1842. Artist: James Atkinson
Persian wheel raising water from the Sutlej River, Punjab, 1842. From Sketches of Afghanistan by James Atkinson. (London, 1842)

Krishna Celebrating Spring Festival of Holi, c1770-1780. Painting from Kangra, Punjab Hills. Victoria and Albert Museum

Siva and Parvati with their children, Ganesh and Karttikgya on Mount Kailash, c1745. Painting from Punjab Hills. At Victoria and Albert Museum, London

Painting of Mian Mukund Dev of Jasrota, 18th century
Painting of Mian Mukund Dev of Jasrota on a riding expedition by Nain Sukhu, from Jammu in the Punjab hills, from the V&As collection

Illustration of Sudama approaching the golden city of Khrishna, from the Bhagavata Purana. Originally from Garwhal in the Punjab Hills, from the V&As collection

Painting of Radha and Khrishna in a grove
Gouache on paper painting of Radha and Khrishna in a grove from the Pahari school in Punjab, from the V&As collection in London

Painting of the god Khrishna watching Radha at her bath, 19th century
Painting of Khrishna watching Radha at her bath from Garwhal in the Punjab hills, from the V&As collection, 19th century

Silk pilgrims pause beside the Amrit Sarovar, the pool of Immortality-Giving Nectar, and the Golden Temple. India, Punjab, Amritsar

Sikh pilgrims by Amrit Sarovar, the Pool of Immortality-Giving Nectar, and the Golden Temple. India, Punjab, Amritsar. Sikh pilgrims by Amrit Sarovar, the Pool of Immortality-Giving Nectar

Golden Temple of Amritsar, Punjab, India
The Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple of Amritsar, Punjab, India. It is a prominent Sikh Gurdwara. Date: circa 1890s

Bridge across the River Indus at Attock, Pakistan
Fortified Northwestern Railway Bridge across the River Indus built in 1880 at Attock (formerly Campbellpur), a city located in the northern border of the Punjab province of Pakistan. Date: circa 1910s

Sikh pilgrims at the Harmandir Sahib (The Golden Temple), Amritsar, Punjab, India, Asia

Kalabagh City - Punjab, Pakistan
Kalabagh - a town and union council of Mianwali District in the Punjab province of Pakistan. Located on the western bank of Indus River. Date: circa 1910s

View from entrance gate of holy pool and Sikh temple, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

The Mankiala stupa, Tope Mankiala, Mankiala, Potohar plateau, Punjab near Rawalpindi, Pakistan, seen here in the 19th century

Shawl 1800s India Punjab 19th century Embroidery
Shawl, 1800s. India, Punjab, 19th century. Embroidery (phulkari); silk on cotton ground; overall: 231 x 118.8 cm (90 15/16 x 46 3/4 in.)

Palace Fort Lahore Punjab Samuel Bourne English
Palace in the Fort at Lahore, Punjab; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Lahore, Pakistan; about 1864; Albumen silver print

Lahore. Central Museum. Creator: Unknown
Lahore. Central Museum. The Lahore Museum in Lahore, (formerly in India, now in Pakistan), was founded in 1865 during the British colonial period

Nedous Hotel, The Mall, Lahore, Punjab, British India
Nedous Hotel, Dane Block dated 1908, The Mall, Lahore, Punjab, British India. Date: circa 1910s

Fort Lahore, Lahore, Punjab, British India
Fort Lahore with a general view of part of the city, Lahore, Punjab, British India (now in Pakistan). The 6th Devons Regiment bungalow is marked with an X (top right). Date: circa 1910s

Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Punjab, British India
King Edward Medical College, wing of Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Punjab, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1920s

The Mall, Lahore, Punjab, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1914

Murree Hill Station, Punjab Province, British India
Mall Road, Murree Hill Station, with Lintotts Cafe on the left, with snow on the ground, Punjab Province, British India (now in Pakistan). Date: circa 1920

Presentation of colours to the 2nd Bn, 15th Punjab Regiment
Photograph of the presentation of colours to the 2nd Bn, 15th Punjab Regiment by Mohammad Ali Jinnah Qaid-i-Azam, Peshawar, Pakistan, 15 Apr 1948

Phola Singh Nihang. Watercolour by a Company artist, Punjab, 1865 (c). From the second of two volumes of watercolours titled, The Kingdom of the Punjab

Malik Umar Hayat Khan
Major General Sir Malik Mohammed Umar Hayat Khan (1875 1944), soldier of the Indian Empire, one of the largest landholders in the Punjab, and an elected member of the Council of State of India

PAKISTAN. Taxila. Jaulian Temple. Archaeological site. 6th c. B.C. - V c. A.D. Budha in meditation. Alto-relief. Hindu art. Gandharan period. Relief on rock

Sika Rani Sahiba of Kapurthala, wife of Prince Amarjit Singh, heir to the Prince of Kapurthala, photographed during a visit to the UK. 1914

SANSKRIT WRITING. Variant forms of Sanskrit: Hindi (top) and Punjabi (bottom)

Indian police force - Punjab
Indian police - Punjab - (from left, in marching order) A sergeant, a Constable, a Native Officer and another Sergeant. Date: 1905

Bridge spanning the Chenab River, Chiniot, Pakistan
Impressive gate entrance to Bridge spanning the Chenab River, Chiniot - the historic city of the eastern province of Pakistan, Punjab. Date: circa 1910s

Lalkurti Bazar, Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan Date: circa 1920s

Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan - The Railway Station Date: circa 1906

Chole Bhature Dish, Sector 7, Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana Provinces, India, Asia

Chole Bhature Stall, Sector 7, Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana Provinces, India, Asia

INDIA: GOLDEN TEMPLE, 1858. The Golden Temple or Darbar Sahib, situated in Amritsar, Punjab, India, is the most sacred temple for Sikhs. Line engraving, English, 1858

Roses of Punjab
Five Roses of Punjab (followed on the card caption with the words " I don t think" !!!)

Peerah chair made in Dera Ismail Khan and Punjab, Pakistan, Asia

Two Sikh pilgrims bathing and praying in the early morning in holy pool, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Shrine guard in orange clothes holding lance standing by pool in front of the Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab, India, Asia

Sikh pilgrim sitting by holy pool, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Two Sikhs priests at dawn sitting under arcades, Golden Temple, Amritsar, Punjab state, India, Asia

Dawn at the Golden Temple and cloisters and the Holy Pool of Nectar, sacred site of the Sikh religion, Amritsar, Punjab State, India, Asia

Sikhs at the entrance to the Golden Temple, crossing Gurus Bridge travelling in a clockwise direction, in Amritsar, Punjab, India, Asia

Jehangirs Mausoleum. Built in 1637 AD by his son, Shah Jahan, the marble and sandstone tomb of the Mughal emperor is decorated with pietra dura

An elderly resident of Lahore, capital of the Punjab and Pakistans most cultured city

Prince of Wales riveting bolt of Alexandra Railway Bridge
Royal tour of India: the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) riveting the last bolt of the Alexandra Railway Bridge in the Punjab. 1876

Tomb / Mausoleum of Shah Rukn-e-Alam, Multan, Pakistan
Multan, Punjab Province, Pakistan - The Tomb/Mausoleum of Shah Rukn-e-Alam (12511335) - who belonged to the Suhrawardiyya Sufi order. Date: 1907

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Punjab, a land of rich history and spirituality, is home to the magnificent Sikh Golden Temple of Amritsar. Also known as The Harmandir Sahib, this iconic temple stands tall in the heart of Punjab, India. As you step into its sacred premises, you are greeted by the mesmerizing sight of the temple reflected in the tranquil pool. The Golden Temple holds immense significance for Sikhs worldwide. It represents their faith and devotion towards Guru Nanak's teachings. This holy shrine is surrounded by Amrit Sagar - the lake of Nectar - which adds to its ethereal beauty. However, Punjab's history also bears witness to a dark chapter: Partition. The map of East and West Punjab reminds us of the pain and suffering endured during that time. Yet amidst these scars, The Harmandir Sahib continues to stand as a symbol of resilience and unity. Every day, thousands flock to this spiritual haven seeking solace and enlightenment. Sikhs from all walks of life gather here in front of their beloved Golden Temple with reverence in their hearts. As you approach this holiest shrine just before sunset, you can feel an aura of tranquility enveloping your soul. A Sikh pilgrim pauses for reflection by Amrit Sarovar - truly capturing the essence of devotion and introspection. Crossing Gurus Bridge over the Pool of Nectar takes you closer to divinity itself. With each step on this bridge built with love and devotion by countless devotees over centuries, one feels connected not only with God but also with humanity at large. Punjab's vibrant culture resonates within every corner; it is a tapestry woven with traditions passed down through generations. From its mouth-watering cuisine to its lively music and dance forms like Bhangra – Punjab never fails to captivate visitors from around the world. Punjab embraces both sorrowful memories etched in history as well as the unwavering faith and devotion of its people.