Rohtas Fort is one of the most imposing historical monuments which represents the Pathan period of architecture style in Pakistan. The Rohtas fort lies sprawling upon a low rocky hill  to the north of Jhelum in a bend of the river Ghan (mostly spelled as Kahan). The gigantic fort is founded on steep rocks jutting into the river Kahan, its ramparts protected on the west and north sides by the river and by high hills on its east and south. It was never taken by assault and survives intact to the present day. The main fortifications consist of the massive walls, which extended for more than 4km; they are lined with bastions and pierced by monumental gateways.



Getting There
Rohtas Fort is located in Jhelum District of Punjab near the small town of Deena.The main access to the fort is from G.T road from Islamabad or Lahore. The fort is approachable from the main highway if one turns right at Deena, which is a railway station as well as one of the busiest bus stops also about 100 km. from Islamabad. It is, however, difficult to reach Rohtas Fort during the rainy season as there is no bridge on the river Ghaan.



Eat Outs

Al-Kausar Hotel and Iqbal Hotel
Near town of Deena when driving towards Islamabad

Al-Bilal Hotel
Near town of Deena when driving towards Lahore



Attractions

There are number of places inside the fort that can be visited and enjoyed. Specifically these include:

Sher Shah Suri Museum at Sohail Gate
Visitor Information Center at Sohail Gate
Bari Bowli (134 step down stone cut well)
Haveli Man Singh
Rani Mahal
Phansi Ghat
Shahi Mosque
Shishi Langar Khani Gate
Shahi Bowli
Talaqi Gate

You can sit in the Suri Park for rest or have a meal there.