Tipu Sultan 1751 – 1799

Biography

Tipu Sultan was born on November 20, 1751, in Devanahalli, inheriting a legacy of power and ambition that would define his life. He ascended to rule the Kingdom of Mysore in 1782, taking command during a transformative period in Indian history. His reign lasted until his death, spanning nearly two decades of leadership over this significant southern kingdom.

On May 4, 1799, Tipu Sultan’s life came to an end in Srirangapatna, the seat of Mysore’s power. His body was laid to rest in the same city, honored with burial at Srirangapatna, where his legacy remained anchored to the land he governed. Though the specific circumstances of his death were not recorded in historical documentation, his final resting place ensured his connection to the kingdom he led remained permanent and profound.