Bahu Fort
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The Bahu Fort is a historic fort in the city of Jammu, the winter capital of the Indian union territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
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Bahu Fort | |
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Part of Forts in India | |
Jammu, J&K, India | |
Coordinates | 32.7261°N 74.8803°E / 32.7261; 74.8803 |
Type | Fort & Temple |
Site information | |
Controlled by | S Parmar and J&K Government |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Good |
Site history | |
Built by | Maharaja of Parmar Rajputs, and repaired by Bahu Lochan. |
Materials | Sandstone Stones |
Garrison information | |
Occupants | Temple |
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Maharaja of Parmar Rajputs constructed the ancient fort on the banks on Tawi River, is believed to have been repaired by Bahu Lochan - brother of the traditional founder of Jammu, Jambu Lochan. It is believed that the first renovation of this fort was undertaken during Dogra Rule in 18th century.[1] The fort is a religious place, and within its precincts has a temple dedicated to the Hindu goddess Kali. The temple is known locally as the "Bawe Wali Mata temple".[1][2]