Pithoragarh Fort
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Location of Pithoragarh Fort in Uttarakhand
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Location | Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India |
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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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