Patiala - ਪਟਿਆਲਾ

It was founded in 1753, by Maharaja Ala singh and named Patiala, literally the territory (pati) of Ala. In 1948, it became the capitl of a new state PEPSU (patiala and East Punjab States Union), created by merging the princely states of East Punjab. The rulers of patiala were great patrons of art and crafts, which made the city an important centre of Punjabi and culture. Famous for 'peg', 'pagri', 'paranda' (tasselled tag for braiding hair and 'Jutti' (footwear), joyous buoyance, royal demeanor, sensuous and graceful feminine gait and

The erstwhile capital of one of India's richest princely states, Patiala is an ancient city with a modern face. Amidst modern institutions and buildings, concrete roads and gardens stand the magnificent forts and palaces dating back to the 18th century.The present day city can also be descried as commercial center for consumer goods.