Wednesday, November 21, 2007

My City Bhimber

About Bhimber
Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was Bihmber
a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and
wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.
Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi . This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.


Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.
Image Bhimber, the district headquarter is an old historic town, discussed by Mughal Emperor, "Jahangeer" in his book "Tuzh-e-Jahangiri". It falls on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley .
Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi. This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.
Baghsar
Baghsar, 975 meters in elevation is an ideal tourist resort in the Samahni Valley. The Sar, local name for a lake is nearly half kilometer long sheet of crystal-clear water that soothes the senses of a visitor after traveling 64 kilometers journey from Gujrat via Bhimber.

On the top of hill is a famous Mughal fort overlooking the lake that adds grandeur to the whole area. This four-storied massive structure of granite is a feat of Mughal engineering that has stood the ravages of time. It has also played important roles in the history during the times of Ahmad Shah Abdali, Ranjeet Sing and Gulab Sing. It is said that Emperor Jahangir on his way back from Kashmir fell ill and ultimately expired in this Fort.