Shahi Fort Chitral
The Orange Fort
7 packages1 group tour0 rating
The orange fortified block, amidst the cluster of enormous Chinar trees, stands at the bend of Chitral river was built in 1774 by ruling Katurs and restored in 1911 by Shuja ul Mulk. Due to his commanding position over the riverside, it was epicentre of many regime changes and was the very scene of siege of Chitral in 1895. It was considered most easily defended of all the forts in Northeren Pakistan.
Packages in Shahi Fort Chitral
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Group Tours in Shahi Fort Chitral
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Where to Stay in Shahi Fort Chitral
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Four chapters
Best Time to Visit
spring
Mid-March – Mid-April
Best timeApricot and cherry blossoms carpet the orchards along the Chitral River — the valley's most photographed weeks.
summer
Mid-April – Mid-October
Best timeLong light and warm 15–28°C days — clear Tirich Mir views and full access to Kalash valleys, Garam Chashma and Bumburet.
autumn
Mid-October – Mid-November
Best timePoplars, apricot and cherry trees turn yellow, orange and merlot red — dry, still air and sharp peak lines.
winter
Mid-November – Mid-March
ShoulderLowari Tunnel keeps the road open year-round — Chitral snow-dressed, warm homestays, upper valleys and Shandur side closed.