Pithoragarh Fort

Pithoragarh Fort
Location of Pithoragarh Fort in Uttarakhand
Location Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India
Coordinates 29°35′06″N 80°12′34″E / 29.5850°N 80.2095°E / 29.5850; 80.2095Coordinates: 29°35′06″N 80°12′34″E / 29.5850°N 80.2095°E / 29.5850; 80.2095
Type Cultural
State Party  India

Pithoragarh Fort (Hindi: पिथौरागढ़ किला ) is a fort in Pithoragarh in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It was built during Chand period by regional ruler Peeru Alias Prithwi Gusain.[1] According to some records, this fort was constructed by the Gorkhas in the year 1789, after invading the town.[2] The Pithoragarh Fort is situated on a hill on the outskirts of the town of Pithoragarh. At present, the fort is in dilapidated condition.

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