Pathankot

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Pathankot is a city that is located in the district in the state of. The city was part of the princely state of Nurpur. Pathankot is the gateway that connects the state of to the rest of the country. It is ideally located and many travelers from nearby states pass through the city. The that is located near the city is one of the attractions and it is the highest gravity dam in the continent. and Madhopur Headworks are some of the interesting places to see in the area. There are two mosques that are located in the town and these can be visited as well. An ancient Shiva temple is located outside the town and this is a popular tourist place. This is a place that must be visited by all those who are travelling to Pathankot. There are two forts in the city called the and the Shahpurkandi Fort. They are 900 and 500 years old respectively and many tourists can be found in these places. However the is ruins and has an impressive view. There is an ancient temple inside the Nurpur Fort as well.

Shahpur Kandi Fort, Pathankot

Quick Facts-Edit

Category : Historical

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 145001

STD Code: 186

Info Website: infopathankot.com

Best Time to Visit: Throughout the year

HistoryEdit

Pathankot and its surrounding areas once formed part of the territories of Nurpur (now in Himachal Pardesh). The dynasty of Nurpur was established by Jatpal alias Rana Bhet, a Taur Rajput from Delhi, who settled at Pathankot and took possession of all the country in the foot of the hills. Rajputs shifted their capital to the modern town of Nurpur (renamed after Begum Nurjahan) towards the end of seventeenth century. A muslim descendant of the Rajas of Nurpur Sayed Khan ruled over this territory till 1781. Pathankot also figures in Ain-i-Akbari as the Pargana Headquarter. Some believe it was a settlement of Pathans during the madieval times. The famous historian Cunnigham says that name of Pathankot came into vogue from the word Pathan.

Places to VisitAdd

Pathankot Sightseeing

How to ReachEdit

By Air : The town has its own Airport named as Pathankot Airport which is also known as a Military Airport. It is mainly used by military. Pathankot Airport is well connected to the major cities like Delhi, Chandigarh and Kullu.

By Train : The city has its own Railway Station named as Pathankot Railway Station. It is linked with the cities like Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Jammu, Jalandhar, Bathinda and Rourkela through Adi Jat Express, Bti Jat Express, Jammu Mail, Jat Adi Express, Tata Jat Express and Dauladhar Express etc.

By BUS : The main bus stand is the Maharana Pratap Terminus and this bus stand is well connected by buses from Jammu State Transport Corporation, Punjab State Transport Corporation, Haryana Roadways and the Himachal Transport Corporation. One can reach the city from Chandigarh by bus in six hours. Buses are the cheapest option and prices vary according to the service provider.

By Taxi : Pathankot is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Pathankot by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

By Other : N.A.

Top HotelsAdd

Budget – Up to Rs. 800

The Grand Hotel ; Dhangu Rd, Pathankot, PB. ; Ph – 0186 222 3674 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Conference facilities ,Elevators ,Laundry ,Parking ,Beauty salon ,Body Treatments ,Game Room ,Shopping Arcade ,Banquet facilities ,Doctor on call.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Unite ; Gurdaspur Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; Ph – 0186 223 0082 ; Facilities – 24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,24-Hour Security ,Game Room ,Doctor on call.

Deluxe – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

Hotel Venice ; Dhangu Rd, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; Ph – 0186 222 5061 ; Facilities – Travel Desk ,24-hour front desk ,24-hour room service ,24-Hour Security ,Doctor on call.

Luxury – Rs. 2501 and above

Hotel Woodland ; Fashion Street, Dhangu Road, Pathankot, PB 14500. ; Ph – 0186 223 0023 ; Facilities – 24-hour room service ,Laundry ,Parking ,Doctor on call.

Top RestaurantsAdd

Munchy’s ; SCO 7, Improvement Trust Rd, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; M – N.A. ; Food Serve : Indian.

Banarsi Di Hatti ; Dhangu Rd, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; M – N.A. ; Food Serve : Indian.

Chacha’s Rasoi ; Near Chakki Bank Railway Station, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; M – N.A. ; Food Serve : Indian.

Prince Fast Food ; Mission Dalhousie Link Road, Pathankot, PB 145001. ; M – N.A. ; Food Serve : Fast Food.

Must Eat FoodAdd

Must Do ActivitiesAdd

Must ShopAdd

Clothes ; Bhatia Cloth House ; Bhatia Clothhouse,Main Bzr,Sujan Pur, Pathankot, Pathankot – 145001. ; Ph/M: (0186) 2244170

Nightlife (Pub / Disc / BAR)Add

Moti Mahal Grand ; G.k. Plaza, Saili Road, Pathankot, PATHANKOT – 145001 ; Ph/M: (0186) 2252515 ; Cost: N.A. ; Food Serve : N.A.

SpaAdd

Majestic Spa ; Shant Vihar, Mission Road,Pathankot -145 001, Punjab,India. ; Ph/M – (91)-(186)-2234383 ; Cost: N.A. ; Services – Traditional Body Massages Skin Treatments and many more.

FestivalAdd

Lohri ; Venue: N.A. ; Period : March ; Details: the festival of Holi is celebrated in Punjab with the same exuberance. The festival in Punjab is known as Hola Mohalla and the merry men come out to play with colors. Hola Mohalla is actually an annual fair that is organised in a large scale at Anandpur Sahib in Punjab on the day following the festival of Holi. Practise of holding a fair of this kind was initiated by Guru Gobind Singh, the tenth Sikh guru. Purpose of the fair was to physically strengthen the Sikh community by holding military exercises and mock battles.

Baisakhi ; Venue: N.A. ; Period : April ; Details: Baisakhi Festival falls on April 13th or April 14th and marks the beginning of the solar year. People of North India, particularly Punjab thank God for good harvest. Visit to Gurudwaras, Vaisakhi processions and traditional performances are the highlights of the day. Baisakhi has special significance for Sikhs as on this day in 1699, their tenth Guru Gobind Singh Ji organized the order of the Khalsa.

Safety / WarningEdit

Beware of pickpockets as Pathankot is a major tourist city in India.
Beware of fake items. Better to buy from reputable shops even though you have to pay more.

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