Site Name: Karnal (Namastey Chowk)
Date: ca. 1600-1699 CE
Subject: General view


A Mughal-period distance marker located at
Namastey Chowk in Karnal district of Haryana. Probably constructed between 1600
and 1699 CE, the octagonal tower is built of lakhori bricks with rubble masonry
and lime mortar, and stands on a brick platform with a ring moulding between the
octagonal base. The monument is protected by the Archaeological Survey of India
(Chandigarh Circle). It remains well maintained, with only minor surface cracks
visible.