The Kangra Fort, also known as Nagarkot and Kot Kangra, is a historic fort located in the Kangra district of the Himachal Pradesh state, India. It is the largest fort in the Himalayas, and is under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India .
Kangra Fort, Himachal Pradesh
The fort stands on a hillock between the rivers Manjhi and Banganga, among the foothills of the Dhauladhar range. The earliest recorded reference to the Kangra fort dates from the time of this fort's invasion by Mahmud Ghazni in 1009 A.D.
The fort was built by the Katoch Dynasty of the Rajputs. The earliest still existing remains inside the fort are Jain and Brahminical temples dated to c. 9-10 century A.D. The fort has a long and illustrious history, and has been besieged and conquered by many different rulers over the centuries.
The Kangra Fort is a popular tourist destination, and is known for its stunning views of the surrounding Himalayas. The fort is also home to a number of Hindu temples, including the famous Kangra Devi Temple.
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