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Jaitak Fort

Historic fort area associated with the Anglo-Gorkha conflict and local history.

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01 — The story

The story

A hilltop fort recalls a turbulent chapter of Gorkha and hill-state history.

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02 — About

About Jaitak Fort

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03 — Plan your visit

Plan your visit

When to go

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Good time to go This month

Time of day
Morning
Crowds
Low

Time and effort

Moderate

Time needed
1–3 hours

Tickets and permits

Entry fee
No reliable standard ticket information
Parking
Limited parking; approach may involve walking.

On the ground

Local food
Sirmauri thali, siddu

Stay safe

Ruins and paths may be uneven; go with local directions in daylight.

Where it is

Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh

30.59° N 77.33° E

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