Pathankot

The city was the Capital of the Pathani Rajputs state of Nurpur. Due to its geographical location, Pathankot is the meeting point of three states Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh. Its scenic location and the cultural heritage of the Rajputs have made this city a well frequented tourist spot. The city is surrounded by the Ravi and Chakki rivers and the Shivalik ranges of the Himalayas. Here’s a list of the best places you can visit in Pathankot.

Pathankot Airport is a Civil Domestic Airport located 3 km from the nearest city Pathankot and 7 km from the Pathankot Railway Station. Currently there are no scheduled flights operated in this Airport.

The nearest International Airport is Amritsar Airport and Chandigarh Airport which is located 98 km and 203 km away from Pathankot.

The important tourist attractions of the place have been listed below.


Pathankot Attractions

	Mukteshwar Temple A popular shrine of Lord Shiva and is also known as Mukesaran Mandir - located near Pathankot on Shahpur Kandi Dam road.
	Nurpur Fort The fort was originally known as Dhameri fort, built before the 10th century. It was the main seat of the Pathanian kings, which was destroyed partially by Britishers and Earth quake in April 1905 AD.
	Ranjit Sagar Dam Also known as the Thein Dam, is part of a hydroelectric project constructed by the Government of Punjab on the Ravi River in the state of Punjab. The project is situated near Pathankot city in Pathankot district of the state of Punjab.
	Shahpurkandi Fort Located at a distance of 7 kilometers from Pathankot, Shahpurkandi Fort is a 16th century monument which is nestled at the foot of the majestic Himalayas.
	Kathgarh Temple Dedicated to lord Shiva and Parvati and is characterized by an ancient lingam with mystical origins. The temple was said to have been visited by Bharat during his search for Lord Rama.
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