Indo Islamic Heritage
Uparkot Fort is located in Mullawada, Junagadh, close to the historic centre of the city. The Junagadh GSRTC Bus Depot/Bus Stand is approximately 1.5 km from the fort, while Junagadh Junction Railway Station is approximately 1–2 km away. The nearest airport is Keshod Airport, approximately 65–76 km away; Rajkot Airport is a farther alternative at approximately 107–108 km.
Uparkot Fort is one of the oldest and most historically significant monuments of Junagadh, Gujarat, located in Mullawada. The fort is traditionally believed to have been established around 319 BCE during the reign of Chandragupta Maurya, although its present form developed through successive periods and rulers. It remained an important stronghold through the Mauryan and Gupta periods and was later restored and strengthened under the Chudasama rulers, particularly during the reign of Graharipu in the 10th century. The fort has witnessed numerous sieges and contains important historical structures, including the 15th-century Jama Masjid, Buddhist caves, Adi Kadi Vav and Navghan Kuvo. It is now a major heritage attraction of Junagadh and is maintained as a protected historical site.
Year of Built: 3rd BC
Address: Mullawada, Junagadh, Gujarat 362001
Country: India
State: Gujarat
District: Junagadh
Pincode: 362001
Longitude: 70.470° E
Latitude: 21.524° N