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Thalner
Sign in to saveThalner is an Shirpur Tahsil's Village, the first capital of the Faruqi kings, stands on the banks of the Tapi river, in Shirpur tehsil about 46.67 km. (28 miles) north-east of Dhule in Maharashtra state, India. It was fortified and played a significant role in the history of Khandesh. At the foot of the fort is an old stone temple dedicated to Thaleshwar. The name Thalner probably derived from this temple. The capital was once a significant commercial centre.
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- Thalner Fort
- History
- Battle of Thalner, 1818
- Present condition
- Tourist attractions
- Notable personalities
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Thalner is an Shirpur Tahsil's Village, the first capital of the Faruqi kings, stands on the banks of the Tapi river, in Shirpur tehsil about 46.67 km. (28 miles) north-east of Dhule in Maharashtra state, India. It was fortified and played a significant role in the history of Khandesh. At the foot of the fort is an old stone temple dedicated to Thaleshwar. The name Thalner probably derived from this temple. The capital was once a significant commercial centre.
== Thalner Fort == Thalner Fort is a historic fort located in the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India. Situated on the banks of the Tapi River, it is considered one of the oldest forts in the region and has a history spanning several centuries.
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