Amazing facts about quila Mubarak :- India's oldest fort where Razia Sultan was imprisoned

history of India has been very interesting. The culture, food and historical places here have their own distinct identity. However, we come to know about some things, while we remain ignorant of some things. Similarly, there are some forts in India, which are not only historical, but their history is also very ancient and people do not know about some of these forts, what their history is and what their historical background is.

Qila Mubarak also comes in this list, about which very few people know. Let us tell you that the name of this Mubarak Fort is associated with Razia Sultan. So what is the delay, let us know what is the speciality of this fort and where it is located.

Learn about the Fort

It is said that this fort was built between 90 and 110 AD. Its founder was Raja Dub, who was the ancestor of Vena Pal. Many battles and invasions were carried out by Qila Mubarak. That's why this fort is a very important historical site of Bathinda.

Explain that it was known in ancient as Tabar-i-Hind or the Gateway of India. The fort was built by the tenth Guru of the Sikhs, Guru Gobind Singh who also visited the site.

Fort structure

If we talk about its architecture, then let us tell you that the architecture of this fort has been built in the Islamic style. Qila Mubarak is one of the tallest forts in India, with a height of 118 feet. There are also two gurudwaras inside its main complex. This fort is made of small bricks.

What is the specialty?

This fort is very special, but there is another reason for its specialness. It is said that in 1239, Razia Sultan or Sultan was imprisoned by her own servant Altunia in this fort. Razia Sultana was the first female ruler in Muslim and Turkish history. For this reason, this fort is also known as Razia Sultan Fort.

How to go?

If you want to explore this fort, it is better to go from the railway station as it is very near to Bathinda. After this, you can go by auto. Otherwise, you can go directly to Bathinda by flight and take a taxi from there to visit the fort.

What time to go?

If you are going to visit Qila Mubarak, then go in cooler weather. Keep in mind that it opens only from 9 am to 5 pm. You can go for a walk anytime during this time.

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