In which city would you find the "Raymond's Tomb"?

Answer 1

Hyderabad, India...it is India's 5th largest metropolis [1] and the 41st largest metropolitan area in the world. Hyderabad has a twin city named Secunderabad which was formed when the British residency of the erstwhile princely State of Hyderabad had set up a military base near Hyderabad. Hyderabad is known for its rich history, culture and architecture representing its unique characteristic of a meeting point for North and South India, and its multi-lingual culture, both geographically and culturally. Hence, Hyderabad is considered to be the gateway of southern India. Hyderabad has always been a place where Hindus and Muslims have co-existed peacefully for centuries.

Michel Joachin Marie Raymond, a French mercenary was a military commander and close friend of the second Asif Jah, Nizam Ali Khan. He was designated Amir-I-Jinsi or Controller of Ordinance by the Nizam . He undertook the construction of the Gunfoundries in Hyderabad. In time, he came to be loved by the local folk and was known for his loyalty and resolution.
high. Joachim Marie Raymond, who served as one of Asaf jah II's generals. Born in France in 1755 A.D., he came to India and in 1786 joined the service of the ruling Nizam of Hyderabad as an ordinary soldier. He worked his way up rapidly, and when he
died just twelve years later, in 1798, he was the commander of a 19,000-strong army. He was not only, held in high esteem by the Nizam, but also won the admiration of the common people. He was popular among the Hindus and Muslims alike; the Hindus called him
Musa Ram, to the Muslims he was Musa Rahim. Writes historian Malleson: "No European of mark who followed him in India, ever succeeded in gaining to such an extent the love, the esteem, the admiration of the natives of the country."
His tomb is a black granite tombstone, conical in shape, about 60 m. long, 30 m. wide and 10 in. high, is held in great veneration. Less than a kilometer from here is a French garden where Raymond and his men were stationed. Traces of the military barracks may also still be seen here.
An impressive obelisk of polished black granite, Raymond's tomb stands on a hillock to the East of Hyderabad.

Answer 2

RAYMOND TOMB IS AT HYDERABAD

Location: Saroor nagar, 10 kilometers from Hyderabad city.

Raymond's Tomb was built in the memory of the brave French General Michel Joachim Marie Raymond (1755 - 1798 AD). He joined as an ordinary soldier in the service of the ruling Nizam of Hyderabad. He rapidly worked his way up and soon commanded the position of an army General. Not only was he respected in the army, he was also popular among the ordinary public. He was fondly known as Musa Ram among the Hindus and Musa Rahim among the Muslims.

Raymond's Tomb is situated in Saroornagar, which lies 10 kilometers from Hyderabad city center towards the east. One can make use of the local transport, which is easily available round the clock in the city of Hyderabad. The tomb is open on all days except Friday. The timings are from 9:30 am to 4:30pm. The tomb is a symbol of great respect and till date people from all over the city pay respect on the death anniversary of the late army general by lighting incense sticks near the tomb.

The Raymond's tomb is a conical structure that is made up of black granite slabs. It is 60 meters long, 30 meters wide and 10 meters high. While touring the tomb, you can also head off to the French Garden, which is located nearby. It is a beautifully laid out lawn with velvety green grass and lovely flowers. You can also spot military barracks of the army that were once bustling under the command of the valiant general Raymond.

Answer 3

General Michel Joachim Marie Raymond (1755 - 1798) popularly known as Monsieur Raymond was a French General in Nizam's military and the founder of Gunfoundry in Hyderabad.

Michel's Tomb is a black granite tombstone, conical in shape, about 7 metres high and it has the initials JR on it. The ill-maintained pavilion was built by the Nizam and collapsed in October 2001 in heavy rain. The 200 year-old tomb had a face lift and got a brand new pavilion. This was showcased before senior officials of the tourism and archaeology departments and other invited guests on 14th of April, 2003. An estimated Rs500,000 was spent to renovate the pavilion.

The tomb is located near Asmangadh fort on top of a hillock at Mussa Ram Bagh, Malakpet, about 3 km from the Oliphant Bridge (currently known as Chaderghat Bridge), in East Hyderabad. Until about 1940, people would visit his tomb on the anniversary of his death, taking incense and other offerings to him. His grave had become like a shrine. He is also remembered in Hyderabad, with the area called Mussa Ram Bagh (Monsieur Raymond).

Answer 4

Hyderabad, India.

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Answer 5

Hyderabad. I think this is in France.