Nurpur Fort

Historic sites

Himachal Pradesh

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Known as the historical Fort of Nurpur, Kangra District, you will be mesmerized by the aesthetics of its architecture and rich history. Though it is now considered one of the important ruins of India, you cannot take your eyes off this beauty as it tells a lot about the bygone era.

As far as the best time to visit this destination is concerned, you can enjoy the beautiful hue of Himachal Pradesh in the months of October and November. Also, if you want to visit in summer, you can enjoy the moderate weather to the fullest and won’t be disappointed.

History of Nurpur Fort and the City

Nurpur is a historical fort that acquired its name in 1672, when Jahangir, the famous Mughal Emperor named it after his wife Noor Jahan. The Nurpur Fort was built in the 16th century by Raja Basu and is a famous tourist attraction in the city. Overlooking the Jabar Khud which is a tributary of Chakki rivulet, this fort comes across as one of the most beautiful tourist places in Himachal Pradesh.

Talking about this city, before 1947, it was considered a princely state and was ruled by the Pathania clan of Rajputs. It is said that this Pathania Clan had ruled for more than eight centuries in the same region.

Major Attractions in and Around Nurpur Fort

1. Shri Brij Raj Swami Mandir

The mystical atmosphere of this place will attract you for sure. This place is usually flocked by devotees of Lord Krishna. The grandeur of the temple is something to look forward to.

2. Nagni Mata Temple

Visit this unique temple and know more about the vastness of Hindu culture. This religious tourist getaway is located at a distance of 16 km from Pathankot and as the name suggests, it is dedicated to the Goddess of Snakes. Interestingly, it is believed that in the exact place where the statue of Nagni Devi is placed, water gathers from beneath the ground in some mysterious way. Some people even believe that a snake bite can be cured if one drinks that water. Nagni Mata Temple is one of the best temples in Himachal Pradesh.

How to Reach Nurpur Fort

Popular with the name Dhameri Fort, the Nurpur Fort is an exciting establishment of the 10th century that intensifies the beauty of the Pathankot city of Punjab through its ruins. Though the Britishers and 1905’s earthquake destroyed it, yet it is worth visiting at least once. You need to travel 500 km, 1875 km, 2678 km, and 2710 km from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Chennai respectively.

By Air

Being situated at the borders of Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, its connectivity to other regions cannot be ignored. For the people who prefer traveling by air, the nearest airport to this fort is the Pathankot Airport. Once you reach there, you can take the assistance of public transport methods to make your path to Nurpur Fort.

From Ahmedabad: Board Air India, Oman Air flights from Ahmedabad Airport. The flights may have a price around INR 6419-8589
From Hyderabad: Board Air India flights from Hyderabad Airport. The flight may cost you around INR 6968.

By Train

If planning to travel by railway, then you should plan to deboard at the Pathankot Railway Station and you can take a cab or some other vehicles to cover the rest distance.

From Kanpur: Board Hwh TATA JAT EXP (18101) Express train from Chandigarh Railway Station and deboard at Pathankot railway station.
From Haridwar: Board Garib Rath Express train from Railway Station of Haridwar and then deboard at Pathankot railway station.

By Road

Depending upon the distance from your location to Nurpur Fort, you can also plan for a road trip. For this, you can either go by your vehicle or hire a taxi or perhaps reserve a bus online.