Kusak Fort Explained

Kusak Fort (Urdu: {{nq|کسک قلعہ) is an ancient fort located in Chakwal District, Punjab, Pakistan.[1]

History

Kusak Fort was founded and constructed during the 11th century, under the reign of Raja Jodh who was a son of Raja Mall Khan Janjua, the founder of Malot Fort.[2] [3] It was built on a 13 acres of land located near Jodh Mountain, a mountain which is named after Jodh dynasty, using red stone and local soil.[2] A palace for the reigning king was also established near the fort along with around seventy houses for its small army.[2]

In the 13th century, the fort faced an attack from Jalal-ud Din Khilji and his army.[3]

In 1810, Ranjit Singh attacked the area with his army that forced Sultan Fateh Muhammad and his family to leave the fort. Later, the Janjua family migrated to Haranpur.[3]

Ownership

Kusak Fort is owned by Mehwish Azmat Hayat family.[2] [3]

References

32.7092°N 73.0656°W

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Roznama Dunya: اسپیشل فیچرز :- قلعہ کسک. Daily Dunya.
  2. Web site: The remains of Kusak Fort cry for attention. Nabeel Anwar. Dhakku. November 24, 2012. Dawn.
  3. Web site: An abandoned fort and a forgotten temple | Footloose | thenews.com.pk. The News International.