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Surrounded by beautiful gardens and cherry orchards this former fort of the 17th century Raja of Shigar has been transformed into a 20-room heritage hotel, Serena Shigar Fort. The project combined the preservation and re-use of a significant historical and architectural site, with a commitment to socially responsible tourism and promoting economic development in Shigar Valley.
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Shigar Fort

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April 14, 2020
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The Shigar Fort means The Fort on Rock is an old fort of Baltistan and Pakistan located in the town of Shigar. It was built in the 17th century by the Raja of Amacha Dynasty of Shigar. The fort has been restored by Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan, the Pakistan arm of the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme.

The Shigar Fort means The Fort on Rock is an old fort of Baltistan and Pakistan located in the town of Shigar. It was built in the 17th century by the Raja of Amacha Dynasty of Shigar. The fort has been restored by Aga Khan Cultural Service Pakistan, the Pakistan arm of the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme.

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