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besal Says: Situated above Sohail gate, the museum houses artifacts dating back from the time the fort was being built. Sher Shah Suri's sword, collection of old coins, holly book, armament, the first foundation stone and seal which was layed for the fort are housed in this museum. It...
besal Says: No one knows how, but some small Mazars, of holly or revered men (?), are found inside the fort. This one is at the main entrance of the rohtas Museum, belonging to Baba Shah Chand Wali. People also flock to this mazar to offer prayers, and request favors.There is another...
besal Says: There were several small packets of salt left here by visitors. The corner is situated south of the hanging chamber, and no one knows why or to whom this corner is dedicated. But for various people, this area is considered holly, and they leave salt, offer prayers and...
besal Says: Rani mahal is a small architectural piece, looks like a one-bedroom studio. Rani means Queen, but I seriously doubt that this was queens residential block.
besal Says: Shahi masjid is located near the Shahi gate on the west wall. It was in bad shape, however it looked as if the facade was being renovated. From here you can proceed to climb up on the wall (although there are other spots as well).When we visited this place in 2008, it was...
Home Sweet Home...Kings quarter
besal Says: The residential are built by Sher Shah Suri were never occupied by its maker. Sadly Mr. Suri 'suffered' an accidental death (gun powder explosion) before the fort could be completed. However his nemesis, Moghul King Humayyun, SOB (son of Babar), father of Akbar, did visit...
besal Says: There are 12 Gates around the fort protecting its entrance. Due to time and neglect, several of the gates have disappeared. The 12 Gates and its names are:Sohail Gate Shah Chandwali (Shahi) Gate Kabuli Gate Shishi Gate Langar Khani Gate Talaqi Gate Mori or Kashmiri Gate...
besal Says: A King need his justice, and for this he has to have his own courts, prisions, and his execution chambers. Without the notion of justice, a king can not survive, as he has sole power on the soul of its subjects. Overlooking the plains is the hanging room, where the condemned...
besal Says: This fort was made by Sher Shah Suri to protect himself from the Gakhars of this region. The main purpose of this fort was military only, and was his garrison. The boundry walls are spread around for 4km. On one side mountain ranges protects the fort, and on the other Kahan...
maztek Says: Please do not plan to stay in Rohtas as no hotel can be seen in the area. Its a day visit site.
1 Review To get there from Islamabad/Rawalpindi, drive east on the Grand Trunk (GT) Road. Appox. 100 km (1.5 hour drive) you will reach Dina. Past Dina, make a U-turn, and a sign on the left (next to a police station) will direct you towards Rohtas Fort, 7km from GT Road. The drive will take you trough the...
maztek Says: Although it is really informative and exciting while you walk through the rough tracks, stairs and walls of the fort, you have to be very careful to check your steps while moving ahead. Most of the portions of the fort are damaged and loose tracks and broken bricks may...
maztek Says: While you visit he fort must take someone as a guide who can speak local language. This will be very helpful. Although the area is very very safe but do not have lonely trips within the fort. Just depend on faithful guide for any mishap. Take sufficient boiled or mineral...
maztek Says: Do not forget to buy some good books available on the history relating to Rohtas and the surrounding area POTHHAR available at local stalls and hawkers at the entrance.
maztek Says: Well ! while staying in Islamabad can depart for the fort in any type of transport and can reach within 2 to 3 hours. The road is Ok. Previously you had to drive through a river bed. The situation is now normal. It is a good drive. The area is plain generally and barren. It...
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Please do not plan to stay in Rohtas as no hotel can be seen in the area. Its a day visit site.
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Rohtas Fort was built by an Afghan King, Sher Shah Suri (1486-1545), also known as Farid Khan. Its purpose was purely military, where Sher Shah needed protection from Gakhars, resident of this region,...
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ROHTAS THE PASSION OF SHER SHAH SURI
Rohtas Fort was built by SHER SHAH SURI, situated approximately 16 km NW of Jhelum and 7 km from Dina. This fort was built in the Afghan-Persian architectural style. It was constructed on a hillock......
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ROHTAS - A Village in a Massive Rohtas Fort
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Rohtas FortRohtas Fort is 109 km from Rawalpindi. It is located about 6 km south-west of Dina Town. Going from Rawalpindi/Islamabad, you have to turn right from G.T. Road to a narrow road just before...
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F@m0us f0rt bt in b@d condition
The fort is one of most impressive historical monuments in pakistan. It was built by Afgan ruler Sher Shah Suri around 1540 AD. It served as a huge fortified base for miltary operations against...
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