Baghsar Fort

#270 among destinations in Pakistan

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Baghsar Fort is an ancient fort built in Samahni Valley near Bhimber, Pakistan, close to a place known as Baghsar. The fort was constructed by Mughal rulers. some parts of it are currently closed to visitors, due to it being right beside the line of control between Pakistan and India. ()

Coordinates: 33°2'22"N, 74°12'22"E

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Azad KashmirPakistan

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Baghsar Fort – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Samahni Valley, Baghsar Lake.

0.6 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Valley
Samahni Valley
17 min walk • Samahni valley is a valley situated on the LOC that separates Azad Kashmir from Jammu and Kashmir. It is 35 km long and about 8 km in width and covers an area of 1270 km². By covered area, it is the largest valley in Kashmir. Most of the inhabitants speak Pahari, with some Punjabi influence.
0.7 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Baghsar Lake
17 min walk • Baghsar is a lake situated at 975 m above sea-level in the Samahni Valley of Bhimber District in Pakistan's Azad Kashmir. The lake is roughly half a kilometre long and overlooks the Bandala Valley. The lake is a popular tourist destination.