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| Uttar Pradesh | GhazipurMausoleum of Lord Cornwallis
The Mausoleum of Lord Cornwallis is an important landmark in Ghazipur, Ghazipur District. Lord Cornwallis, governor-general of British India, died in Ghazipur on 5 October 1805, is buried here. This attractive building, overlooking the Ganges, was modeled by Flaxman after the Sybil’s Temple, Pulawy (Poland). As a mark of honor, this mausoleum is respectfully maintained by the Government of India.
Updated on 8th September, 2005
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