Kamru Fort
4.6
Sangla2-3 hours
FortHeritageViewpoint
About
Kamru Fort, 2 kilometres uphill from Sangla, was the original seat of the Bushahr kingdom before it was shifted to Rampur. It comprises of a five-story wooden tower, the fort houses images of Kamakhya Devi brought from Assam and the original Badrinath idol that pre-dates the more famous shrine in Uttarakhand. Visitors must wear a traditional Kinnauri cap and scarf provided at the entrance.
Highlights
What makes this place special
01
Five-Storey Tower
A traditional wooden fort-temple structure rising five levels, housing shrines and remnants of the Bushahr royal seat.
02
Kamakhya Devi Shrine
A small shrine on an upper floor housing an image of the goddess brought from Assam by the kingdom's founders.
Things to Know
Tips for your visit
- •Walk uphill from Sangla is 30 minutes
- •Traditional attire provided free
- •Photography restricted
- •Best in morning light
- •Free entry
