Akhnoor Fort in Jammu

Witness the beautiful Akhnoor Fort perched high on the hill

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Best time to visit
Sep - Mar
Ideal Duration
5-6 Days
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Starting from
Rs. 5,599

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About Akhnoor Fort in Jammu

Akhnoor Fort is located in the small pleasing town of Akhnoor and is around 28 kilometers away from Jammu.

The fort has big defensive walls that were built to provide protection to the people in the fort from the invaders. It is located on a higher altitude, on the top of the cliff near the banks of River Chenab. One can see picturesque views from the fort and capture the perfect clicks. The place is really significant and is historically important. Akhnoor Fort is preserved under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) since 1982.

History of Akhnoor Fort

The fort is believed to be built by Mian Tez Singh in 1762 AD, but only two storeys was built by him, late the work was carried out by Raja Alum Singh in 1802 AD who completed the entire constructions of Akhnoor Fort Jammu. The excavation in the fort is still in progress and is divided or segregated in three periods. The first period is marked by the red and grey earthenware such as jars, goblets, and beakers belonging to Harappan civilization. The second period is represented by historic pottery and the third period belongs to Kushana objects. The Akhnoor Fort lures tourists with its rich history and a huge collection of antiquities.

Places to visit near Akhnoor Fort

Bahu Fort: One of the most beautiful places near Akhnoor Fort is Bahu Fort. The fort is mostly famous for the Kali Temple which is devoted to Goddess Vaishno Devi and is visited by a huge crowd on a day to day basis. It is also one of the oldest temples in Jammu and is surrounded by stunning waterfalls and blooming flowers.

Raghunath Temple: Another famous place to visit near Akhnoor Fort is Raghunath Temple which is believed to be one of the largest shrines in North India. The main temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and there are many shrines dedicated to other Hindu Gods and Goddesses. Visit the place which boasts of stunning architecture.

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Gurram's 6 days trip to Jammu

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Akshat's 6 days trip to Jammu

"Finally, we completed our trip to Kashmir. It started well, as per the itinerary promised by Arooz. However, the Pahalgam attack drastically changed things, and we were eager to leave Kashmir and head back home due to the fear that gripped every face. But then, a magical turn came in our trip and I am very much thankful to Arooz(Breezy Travels) and Amir(Our Cab Driver). I messaged Arooz to change our hotel due to the attack, and she assured me that she would take care of it. Within no time, she changed my hotel. When I checked into the new hotel, my family and I felt safe, especially since an Indian army bunker was nearby. I asked Arooz to cancel our houseboat and continue with the hotel. Arooz worked tirelessly to secure a room for one more day, and finally succeeded. Throughout our trip, she kept calling and sending WhatsApp messages to check if we were okay and feeling safe. She even offered us to stay at her home, saying we were her responsibility. Her efforts touched our hearts, and we started feeling safe in Kashmir. We also can't forget our driver, Amir, who was with us for all six days. He became like family, and after the Pahalgam attack, he reassured me, "Don't worry, sir. I'll take a bullet before anything happens to you." He would call me multiple times a day to check if I was okay, if I'd eaten, and sometimes he'd arrive hours early just to boost my morale. The most touching moment was when he brought mangoes and bananas for my little child, saying, "Please take this so your child can have it when they're hungry." He even took me to a bat shop to fulfill my dream of owning a Kashmir willow bat." But I am expecting partial refund as I was like house arrest in hotel for half of my trip which I accept no one's fault, not you, travel agent or anyone... It's just if possible please provide partial refund Sonmarg snow mountains, kashmir willow bat

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The famous attractions inside the Akhnoor Fort are the cave of Pandavas, Parashuram Temple, and a park.

Akhnoor Fort is located on the banks of the Chenab River which is the foothills of the Himalayas. The Fort is around 28 kilometers away from the main city of Jammu.

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