Ranikot Fort is a historical Talpur fort located near Sann, District Jamshoro, Sindh, a province of Pakistan. You should angrily complain to authorities watching the media and to the publisher for not being fair in presenting your country. Ranikot Fort is located in the Kirthar Range near about 30 km southwest of Sann in Jamshoro District Sindh Pakistan. For more than 40 years this Barnum-inspired half-fox, half-woman has been telling fortunes from her cage in a Pakistani zoo. After couple of kilometers, you will reach the gate. RaniKot and other historic places of highest importance from tourism point of view demand immediate and effective response from our so-called leaders. The government should take care of the historical places where ever they exit and should re activate the department of tourism as it was in earlier times when Pakistan was flooded with tourists. in second block of picture 2nd picture entrance architecture is identical to Rajaputani or other indian fort structure and not really Islamic for sure. Architecture doesnt look like islamic one. Hindu Rajput kings also built Umerkot in Sindh (Pakistan) where Mughal king Humayun took refuge after his defeat from Afghan king Sher Shah Suri. This cycle will continue on until we all human realize the true essence of life peace and prosperity regardless of using religion as label :). Climb up on both sides as it offers a panoramic view of the landscape. Instead of enjoying pictures of this beautiful historical place, Indians are more concerned a hindu King built it. Why are Pakistani historians so ashamed of admitting non-muslim presence in their lands even before the advent of Islam. Seems PAK govt. © 2020 Atlas Obscura. Even in my state Rajasthan , Kumbhalgarh fort has a circumference of about 36 kms, which is definitely bigger than Ranikot. You have to drive first from the diversion leading to Meeri and after couple of kilometers, abandon the car and take a walk on a treacherous path. Kumbhalgarh fort is the largest in world - both by length of wall and size of fortifications. It was also meant to serve as a stronghold and a place of refuge for the Mirs in … The concerned Departments, Government of Sindh must pay attention for the development of such places for Picnic. Let more come and see it . @Magister Dadu which has a notorious reputation as the capital of banditry.dear u r talking about Dadu remote area but count how many people has been kidnapped from Khairpur home town of CM sindh and Larkana of Home town of Bilawal Zaradari Bhutoo. The construction and the material used is similar to the Rohtas Fort near Dina built by Shershah Sori and the Attock Fort on the banks of Indus built by Akbar both in the sixteenth century. Within the walls of Ranikot are two more fortresses, one is known as Shergarh and other one is named as Mirikot. I wish Dawn had posted an comprehensive aerial view to really understand the size of this post. Every weekday we compile our most wondrous stories and deliver them straight to you. Villagers say that the flow of waters has increased after some seismic activity in the region. Even though the road is in pathetic condition, the distance can be covered in 30 to 40 minutes. The original purpose and architects of Ranikot Fort are unknown. Just pathetic!!! It has 36 km long, 100 feet thick wall. I visited twice Dadu but not visited Ranikot. tourism department will fetch good earnings if this place is developed. Locals insist that its safe. Atlas Obscura and our trusted partners use technology such as cookies on our website to personalise ads, support social media features, and analyse our traffic. @paatc - : Infact this was a land of Non-Muslims and of non Sanatana Dharma - please remember, it’s disrespect to refer the religion of Sanatana Dharma as Hinduism. . Here few people say that a part of China great Wall is in Pakistan that is RaniKot. Farooq Somroo started on a positive note, I was expecting to learn about the history and who built and why? Wonderful side, I am amaze, where is our Tourism Dept. Come and visit India and see the destruction caused by invading muslims for Hindu and Buddhist monuments. It was built by the original Sindhis prior to them being forcibly converted to Islam. And now the million dollar question. The reason is we spend our energies in things which drain on the wealth of the nation. No purchase necessary. We visited in April this year. Though some structures present inside the grand Ranikot Fort are believed to pre-date the actual complex. Some archaeologists attribute it to Arabs, or possibly built by a Persian noble under the Abbasids by Imran Bin Musa Barmaki who was the Governor of Sindh in 836. mann beh gayi. From there, one can see “Shergarh”, another fortress, up in the mountain. But the Great Wall of Sindh is not a protection barrier like the Great Wall of China. Makes no sense to think recent rulers in 1800 century built it - there would have been little reason to do that after the British came to India. The concerned Sindh Government Departments must pay attention for thier development. it is definatly Rajaput structure. Moenjodaro will destroyed in the next 20 years according to expert. Where the department of tourism has been. Some historical facts about the building of this unique fort has to accompany the description. People of Sindh routinely voting for one party and they could not even PLAN to protect MOENJODARO. The tombs of last Talpur dynasty, who ruled Sindh, as an independent country, and were overtaken by British, which are an example of art and architecture, have been ruined and encamped by drug-takers and converted into PIRS by uneducated people. Moreover, Gorakh Hill station is also an untapped site. Its circumference of approximately 26 kilometers is the reason of being the largest fort in the world. When you see Taj Mahal, you enjoy the beauty of it regardless of who built it. A little further from the town there comes a diversion. Police is nowhere to be seen. This fort has bewildered many over the … It was constructed by the famous king Sher Shah Suri in 1547 AD. If we were at peace and issues resolved we would perhaps time and money to concentrate on other issues. But who built it and for what purpose? fascinating stuff. Also has the boundaries marked. Thanks for paying an attention to great history and great archaeological of Sindh and Pakistan. Some archaeologists attribute it to Arabs, or possibly built by a Persian noble under the Abbasids by Imran Bin Musa Barmaki who was the Governor of Sindh in 836. King Prithvi Narayan shah built it during the medieval period. Even Rani word itself a Hindu world . International agencies funded Millions $ to Protect Moenjodar through 1974-1978. The Ranikot Fort also known as Dewar-e-Sindh (Great Wall of Sindh), with a circumference of about 26 km or 16 miles, is reputed to be the largest unexplored fort in the world.. Ancient rock-hewn town that witnessed key events of Georgian history. It is high time that tourism must be given its due importance but with proper security. The metal road twists and turns and takes you to “Meeri”, a small fortress within the fort housing the royal quarters. This fort is easily accessible from Karachi through the National Highway. Farooq Soomro, the man behind 'The Karachi Walla' and 'Overheard in Karachi' explores the mysteries and wonders of places in Pakistan which fall off the beaten path. @Jameel The politicians will not lift a finger unless there is something ( read monetary benefits) in it for them, simple. Name any one Muslim country which was rampaged by other civilisation or religion? All around the world muslims are killing muslims in the name of sects. Mohdudul Huq : Infact this was a land of Non-Muslims... Muslims only came here to conquer Non-Muslims... A little research will provide the much needed information. So what is the resolution of this many years of religious conflict where millions of human have been sacrificed, still continued. @Mohdudul Huq you urgently need to visit a doctor, you seem to be seriously sick. overturned in the riverbed at Sann (Eastern) Gate, Ranikot, confirms that at least this sector of the fort was built, or repaired, between the beginning of the XVIII and the beginning of XIX century AD, that is between the beginning of the Kalhoras and the beginning of the Talpurs rule. The dimensions of the fort are truly impressive – its outer walls measuring more than 35 kilometers in length, and in total the huge fort occupies an area of more than 65 square kilometers, larger than some modern micro states. The walls here are in better condition. All rights reserved. Author or researchers from Pakistan and India might find Hindu Rajput builders of Ranikot. @Mohdudul Huq unfortunately you guys view everything in light of religion. Consider supporting our work by becoming a member for as little as $5 a month. @Yash I have visited India and your upkeep of even the most famous landmarks is pretty dismal too. There is only one force so huge and mastic which may require a fort of this size for defense. Like us on Facebook to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders. Ranikot Fort, presumed to have been built by former rulers for strategic purposes, is one of the largest forts of the world with a circumference of approximately 32 kilometres and is located 120 kilometres northwest of Hyderabad. This answer is something historians still need to figure out. However, the recent evidence has led archaeologists to believe that the fort dates back to the first quarter of the 19thcentury and was built by the Talpur Mirs, who once ruled over the region. Spend 4 hours n enjoyed the view from top of the fort. Blame ourselves. Ranikot-Fort. After a three or four km walk, you will reach ‘paryun jo talao’, ‘the pond of fairies’. @Mohdudul Huq You must be joking. The place is quite safe to visit as the writer suggested some people from Karachi and foreigners can be seen on the fort site. The original purpose and architects of Ranikot Fort are unknown. It is religion, land or power that we are claiming every other human life for our own sake and feel pride. Ranikot Fort. Go there early morning, spend the noon there and get back to Hyderabad before sunset. Another Good article to ponder. This is historic, It seems the Tourism department is sleeping. @Mohdudul Huq - No bigger enemy of muslims than muslims themselves. However, this has not been enough to convince the authorities to develop it as a major tourist attraction. One of the largest necropolises in the world is home to a stunning array of historic Middle Eastern tombs. That is still a Q.? This is the effect of distorted history being taught all over PAK and people like Zaid Hamid keep drafting bed room theories all the time. Wonderful trip it was. Really beautiful place ! Pakistan has no history before 1947, all is India. I can imagine the starry night would be just wonderful for the star gazer..... @Mohdudul Huq On the contrary, a lot of the rich history is from pre-Muslim times and civilizations and the Muslims destroyed these civilizations and place in their rage against but-parasti, just like the Bamiyan Buddhas. Also, the Persian kings might have built it to keep the Greeks out. The Ranikot fort is an amazing wonder. However, it is believed that the fort was built during the regimes of the Sassanians, the Scythians, the Parthians or the Bactrian Greeks. Are there bandits in the area? If you must continue to write a comments like this, I suggest - you should read history - not from recent Pakistani history books (ask your elders why I am saying this) - search old archives and find out what kind of religion(s) existed in these areas a 1000 - 2000 years ago - I believe, this fort is likely much older than that! Ranikot Fort is Mystery it is Fort Built on Mountains of Khirthar Ranges of Sindh. I have seen countries like Spain and Turkey marketing their lesser monuments far far better than we do in Pakistan. punch into Google search- Even the age of the fort remains dubious: while some consider the fort to have been built in the early 20th century, some argue that it might date back to the 9th century. Colonel K. A. Rashid. Poor research. @vishal please site reference. A lovely place to visit. Look at the names MOHAN Gate...Do you think its muslim name? Regardless who built it, why, when, and so on; I would surely like to visit such a historical monument. Sign up for our newsletter and enter to win the second edition of our book. What a great place for the tired Karachites to come for some R & R. AN overnight camping trip (provided its is safe) would be ideal. The fort has walls built of sandstone with 7 rectangular and 38 round bastions along the outer wall. When muslims invaded india they simply occupied the hindu forts. It's such a shame that the Bhuttos, Talpurs, Palijos etc are too busy squandering public wealth and playing politics while ignoring their duty to Sindh. I once wrote a few thousand words note on Ranikot in an attempt to unlock its mystery. At first glance, the similarities of both walls are striking, and it seems that the only difference between the walls are the hills in Pakistan bare no vegetation, unlike the green hills the Great Wall of China is known for. I visited once in my life time Ranikot and conversely i had been to China great wall recently. Within the outer walls there are three inner forts named Miri Kot, Sher Garh and Mohan Kot – and together they constitute what is generally regarded as the largest fort anywhere in the world. so once ppl of this land used to construct the largest fort of the world The local guide Sadiq Gabol can show you one or two in his office. One can not imagine specially China Great wall because of the length that how they manage to build specially cutting & finishing of stone 5000 years ago. Others have suggested a much earlier period of construction attributing to at times the Sassanians Persians and at times to the Greeks. may be common sense was more common in our historical past than our stupid present, It is more interestingly described in Wikipedia. Why is it important? Hope it will be safe and promising. RANIKOT (The largest Fort in The World) Lieut. It stands in the middle of nowhere, defending nothing,” writes Isobel Shaw. Top 10 forts in Pakistan: Rohtas Fort: This one arguably is the best fort in Pakistan. Initially, historians believed the fortified complex was constructed during the Sasanian, Scythians, or the Parthian Empire. No western country would destroy our heritage unless you let them. Ranikot Fort is also known as The Great Wall of Sindh and is believed to be the world's largest fort with a circumference of approximately 32 kilometres (20 mi). of this massive structures. The Great Wall of Sindh on the Kirthar range , built by Raja Dahir , know today as Ranikot fort. It was believed that this fort was built by Bactrian Greeks or Sassanians, but the latest studies revealed that it was constructed by Talpurs. A Biblically notable site over the ruins of an ancient city that is now a protected World Heritage site. I implore to the concerned authorities to please take necessary steps and preserve this unparalleled heritage. It is really a tragedy that tourism department is sleeping and inactive, There are many places in Pakistan to visit and many places to be renovated but being ignored by the department. Rather, the walls form the outer defense system of the fort of Ranikot. I feel the ignorance about the history of this fort could be due to religious reasons, like it might have been built by some Rajput ruler, so better not mention it. Thus, visitors to the enormous fort might have the place entirely for themselves. Amazing story to read! Damage locals are doing to this historic monument should have also be mentioned in this article. It is connected with other reservoirs through tunnels. Such places need to be explored and spoken about. When I was visiting Windsor castle and few others in Yorkshire in United Kingdom, all the time I was thinking and worried about situation of my lovely castle Rani Kot, Mohan jo daro, Gorakh Hill Station and my villages natural lake Manchar. Visiting Mohan Gate is a must. This is fact that even 90% Muslims of this area were originally Hindus. @Mohdudul Huq Do you realise what you have written.The fact is the opposite and this historical fort is only one example.65 years have gone past when this part of a great civilisation was handed over to you by India to love and cherish.See with your own eyes how you have looked after? The stronghold was worked in 1872 with all advanced building methods. Pity, what is wrong in developing it as a tourist attraction and preserve and conserve it. From the scanty record available its comes to light that the fort was built in the first quarter of 19 th century A.D. by the Mirs’, obviously to resist the pressure of the British forces over Sindh. The indigenous people are- currently considered as the untouchable or lower cast in the religion of Sanatana Dharma - nowadays known as Hindu religion. Mohan gate is named after Hindu god Lord Krishna. The original purpose and architects of Ranikot Fort are unknown. Wake up and be bold. In fact many historical buildings were preserved by British in India, on the other hand many historical buildings were destroyed by Muslims themdelves including Kaba. See. Its origins are shrouded in mystery like who built this humongous fortification in the middle of nowhere and why. how come its not known who built it? They are simply cementifying the fort for their convenience this way it loose its true identity with the span of time. Restoration. Compunode.com Pvt. Ranikot Fort also known as ‘The Great wall of Sindh’ is thought to be the world’s largest fort. Our law makers, policy makers, implementers have must visited developed countries around the world but they never ever tried to pick any single good thing and apply in our country for the development of Pakistan. And now Saudi Arabia is doing the same. RANIKOT Fort is something of an enigma. Although not much h… The Ranikot Fort also famous as Dewar e Sindh, with an area about 26 km or 16 miles. There must be some purpose to build such a large structure. Recent example is dectruction of Budha's statue i Afghanistan. Visible from five kilometers away its massive undulating walls twist and dip over the hills. Ranikot Fort: A mystical journey from sunrise to twilight It may not be the Great Wall of China but Sindh’s very own, myster­ious 'wonder of the world' is a sight to behold­ By Sarah Price With due respect even some say that Kabba was also a Hindu temple and one of stones they used to worship is still being worshipped by Muslims. The fort seems to be contradictory in itself, since this colossus of it was build in the middle of nowhere, and being far away from any significant settlement, it didn’t seem to have a purpose in protecting anything at all. If you look at severel temples and churches in India and turkey you see how muslim invaders have destoyed local heritage. Thanks Saeen Farooq Soomro and Dawn for letting people know that the great history and cultural heritage of the wonderland land called SINDH, especially to those who like to believe that history of Sindh begins from the time it was invaded by Arab Mohammed bin Qasim. Kirthar mountain range is famous in Jamshoro District of Sindh which is home to Ranikot Fort. The History of Ranikot Fort The original purpose and designers of Ranikot Fort is yet undiscovered. True History of Pakistan has already vanished..all left is religious extremist..& some poor Pakistanis fighting for life.. @K Ramesh Achar There is definetly a Hindu kingdom behind the history of this fort and the marauding uncouth armies from the west must have put the people to sword, converted them to Islam and looted the fort as they did in the whole of Hindustan. Beautiful.This reminded me ,our Geology class, when we studied about the Ranikot formation and Kirthar formation. can't it be guessed from its architectural style? May need to team up with some foreign institutes for funding, skill, and resources. Winner will be selected at random on 01/01/2021. You will reach the eastern side of the fort through this road and the passage is known as “Sann Gate”. Ruins of Avantipur in Kashmir is another site where ruler Muslims destroyed temple. A good opportunity for the area educational institutions for further explorations. A good example of your media acting irresponsible can be seen here at Dawn - one too many articles condemning your own culture and heritage, and on top of that censoring readers' comments disagreeing with author and comments in respond to absurd comments generated by people disliking Pakistan. That's right, the Mongols!. Mr. Somoroo your reporting leaves many question to be answered. Please click below to consent to the use of this technology while browsing our site. Despite the fact that a prehistoric site of Amri is nearby, there is no trace of any old city inside the fort and the present structure has little evidence of … http://kaiser-footloose.blogspot.com/2012/02/rannikot-in-middle-of-nowhere.html Muslim history itself is less than 2000 years old! It's an hour-long journey to San, the home of Sindhi nationalist, GM Syed. They certainly donot want to tell the people of Pakistan what their origins are! I hope you would provide greater details. Sun temple of Multan (original name Mulsthan) and PakPattan were also centers of Hindu learning. No one, except Sindhis, who always voted for PPP, are responsible for this sorry state of affairs of the great archaeological site of Sindh. So for us to rise we need to look within and stop blaming. The rain stream disappears here. To the North-West corner of Sind in Pakistan, lie the Khirthar range of hills, which stretch between 27'.55° North Latitude, and run South-ward along the Western frontier of the Province to a latitude of 26'.15.° It terminates in the Kohistan Mahal at about 25'.4.3° latitude. Farooq Soomro, the man behind 'The Karachi Walla' and 'Overheard in Karachi' explores the mysteries and wonders of places in Pakistan which fall off the beaten path. Ranikot fort was built on mountains of the Khirthar Ranges of Sindh. This was built by a hindu king to save the country from foreigners who invaded the great country from north wastern region. Now people will be visiting this wonderful place more often after this article. Mirikot was built as the home of “Mir” or ruler. This is the reason the archological survey of Pakistan is back footing the publication or researching of any history behind the fort. To learn more or withdraw consent, please visit our cookie policy. Ranikot Fort (Sindhi: رني ڪوٽ‎, Urdu: قلعہ رانی کوٹ‎ ) is a historical fort near Sann, Jamshoro District, Sindh, Pakistan. Take a dip in the pond and head to Mohan Gate. http://faizansworld.blogspot.com/2014/07/ranikot-worlds-largest-fort-sindh-history.html, @Alok A 36km wall does not make a fort...we are talking about circumference here! The fortification wall built with solid stone has semi-circular bastions at intervals. Lets hope this article draws some interest.... @Mohdudul Huq Sir, history tells just opposite. Forts in Pakistan today have become public places which are worth visiting to get a peek into the lives of lords of yesteryears who use to live in such gigantic forts. Your media does not help to foster a good image of your country as compared to the media in the neighboring country of India. ... Other than being the biggest fort ever built on the planet, in the middle of nowhere, and no one knows who, when or … Here's my hypothesis in the link below: @Mohdudul Huq Are U sure on what you quote? Subsequently, only vanish remains are left over there. http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Ran... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ranikot_Fort, http://www.pakistanpaedia.com/landmarks/ranikot/ranikot_fort.htm, Lonely Planet Pakistan & Karakoram Highway; May 2008. Among other ills, this party has done nothing to save the treasure of rich civilization left by our past heroes. @Mohdudul Huq dont spread lies, its other way around. This walled area must be protecting some fort or home etc in the campus, which can be perhaps dug around to discover. Our own Wall of China :) Well 've been numerous times to Rani Kot but never happened to visit this splendor for not knowing the details of my own Land :( #SorryPakistan #SorrySindh. We depend on ad revenue to craft and curate stories about the world’s hidden wonders. These all belong to great Bharat. Also, why Pakistan does not build this into a historic tourist resort? Offer subject to change without notice. The magnificent foundation of Jaisalmer Fort is situated in the midst of the sandy terrain of the Great Thar Desert. You may call them by any name. Follow us on Twitter to get the latest on the world's hidden wonders. Article is very eloquently written and has kindled me to go there. 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But there are no guarantees. The walls of the fort & the circular posts are similar in appearance to Mohammed Bin Tughlaq's fort in Delhi. Most likely reason it is safe is because there is absense of Police. I wish our institutes would be same one day. Wake up kid. Nearly everyone on Earth is familiar with the Great Wall of China. The pond is quite deep in few places and the stones surrounding it are quite slippery so watch your step. The impenetrable wall snaking up and down along several hills is one of the most recognized travel images recorded - Ranikot Fort is Pakistan’s answer to its much better known Chinese counterpart. Very informative indeed. Nobody knows who built the fort, or for what purpose it was built. Some archaeologists attribute it to Arabs, or possibly built by a Persian noble under the Abbasids by Imran Bin Musa Barmaki who was the Governor of Sindh in 836. Archaeologists point to the 17th century as the time of its first construction. The author or Pakistani researchers can visit similar forts of Jodhpur, Jaiselmer and Chitor in Rajasthan (India) and see the similarities. @Mohdudul Huq You are wrong that is if you are implying Western countries by saying "non muslim countries" destroyed muslim civilisation which I hope you mean historical sites.. MOHAN Jadero, CHANDRAGUPT Mountain...is it Muslim names?? Like Atlas Obscura and get our latest and greatest stories in your Facebook feed. Subsequently Persian invaders, Afghan and Turk looted and destroyed those frontier kingdom near Sindhu, then these king migrated more inwards towards present day India. The great wall of Sindh: This historic fort, also known as the largest fort in the world is yet to be explored. This article did not say this Fort was built by Muslims. Ranikot Fort. Anyway, it was author's duty to find out the history which is not impossible as it is not stone age structure. And, it was the indigenous people not the followers of Sanatana Dharma who build all these great marvels in the past. Some archaeologists attribute it to Arabs or possibly built by the Persians descent under the Abbasids by Imran Bin Musa Barmaki, who was the Governor of Sindh in 836 A.D. what a magnificent place!!! A rusty board announces that Ranikot is some thirty km away. @Mohdudul Huq The things that you are boasting about Pakistan never belonged to it. My friend Zulfiquar Kalhoro who has walked by foot and visited all the historical places of country, he is anthropologist and a professor in Qauid e Azam University, he can explore the facts of Rani Kot. Even after Bin-Qasim came and went, much of what is now Pakistan was ruled by Hindu kings till the second wave of marauders arrived. Ranikot Fort also known as ‘The Great wall of Sindh’, is often compared to the Great Wall of China, and considered to be the world’s largest fort. @Salim thank you. In this partisular instance, we are the negligent ones. Jaisalmer fort is also known as Sonar quila and “Golden Fort, built on the triangular shaped Trikuta hill, 76 m above the town. Ranikot, with a circumference of about 26 km, is the largest fort in the world. It is not world's biggest fort for sure. The forts ramparts have been compared to the Great Wall of China. The original purpose and architects of Ranikot Fort are unknown. Having no proof of its purpose and its creation I can only offer my opinion. Pakistan, with its rich history has numerous forts in different areas. Muslims did not built it. wants to blackout every historic symbols which have some link with religion other than islam and don't want to even care to educate their people about it. Hindu Rajput, Rai Jajja Bhati of Jaisalmer built the fort in 9th-century ADs and were named as Dera Rawar Fort which later became Derawar. Ranikot Fort is a historical Talpur fort near Sann, Jamshoro District, Sindh, Pakistan. 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