Height Average 11.5 m Phone +92 321 4969487 | Year built 1607 | |
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Owner Department of Archaeology & Museums, Government of Pakistan Address Sheikhupura 39350, Pakistan Similar Hiran Minar, Rohtas Fort, Lahore Fort, Ramkot Fort, Rawat Fort | ||
Sheikhupura fort punjab pakistan
Sheikhupura Fort also known as Qilla Sheikhupira is a fort near the city of Sheikhupura in Punjab, Pakistan. The fort was built under the rule of Emperor Jehangir, and its architect was Sikander Moeen. Hiran Minar is also situated in the city of Sheikhpura.
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The fort dates back to the earliest Mughal Era. The fort currently is not in state of any type of visit as it is heavily damaged. It remains an amazing creation of Mughal Art. Over the centuries, many modifications were made to the landmark. The fort was used as a Royal Residence by Jahangir and his son.
Sheikhupura fort
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