Pithoragarh Fort in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand

Pithoragarh Fort is a historical fort located in Pithoragarh. This fort was famous in the named Bauliky stronghold during the Gorkha regime and famous as the London Fort in British rule. In the 18th century, this fort was constructed by Gorkha kings. It is said that in the year 1789, after the invasion on the town, this fort was built by Gorakhs. 152 holes have been made to run long guns on this fort wall. The length of this fort is about 88.5 meters and width about 40 meters. There are two doors to enter the fort. There are about 15 rooms inside the fort. The main building of the fort is two storeys. A basement was built in this fort, in which precious goods and weapons were kept. After the Treaty of Sangoli, the British changed the name of this fort to London Fort in the year 1815. There is a Shila plat inside the fort, in which mentions the soldiers sacrificing in the First World War. During the trip to Pithoragarh, tourists visit in this fort. Pithoragarh Fort is one of the main centres of attraction in Pithoragarh.

How To Reach Pithoragarh Fort

By Air

The nearest airport of Pithoragarh is Pantnagar, which is about 213 km from Pithoragarh.

By Train

The nearest railway station of Pithoragarh is Tanakpur, which is about 149 km from Pithoragarh.

By Road

Pithoragarh Fort is located at a distance of about 2.6 km from Pithoragarh.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Pithoragarh Fort can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to May. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to snowfall on the surrounding hills in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of heavy rains threatening landslides.