Umarkot Fort

Fort Tower of Umarkot Fort

Umarkot is a fort located in Umerkot, Sindh, also called Amarkot. Emperor Akber was born in Umarkot Fort when his father Humayun fled from the military defeats at the hands of Sher Shah Suri on 15 October 1542.[1] Rana Parasad of Umarkot, who had risen to power had given refuge to Mughal Emperor Humayun and it was there Hamida Bano Begum gave birth to young Akbar.[2] Later the Mughal Emperor Akbar became the Shahenshah of Hind and was a popular figure with both Hindus and Muslims. Umerkot has many sites of historical significance such as Mughal emperor Akbar's birthplace at Umarkot Fort.

The fort which was earlier the property of Hindu Rajput dynasty known as the Ranas of Umerkot has been taken over by Government after formation of Pakistan. However, Rana family still have their jagir located 16 km away.[2] The governorship of fort was possessed by Rana Megraj.[3]

Folklore

Another significant story relating to Umarkot is that of Umar Marvi. Marvi was a young Thari girl abducted by Umar, the then ruler, who wanted to marry because of her beauty. Upon her refusal, she was imprisoned in the historic Umerkot Fort for many years until her ultimate release. Because of her courage, Marvi is an ideal for the local people.[1]

See also

References

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  1. 1 2 umerkot fort, sindh, retrieved 13 June 2012
  2. 1 2 Woman's Triumph By Asha Ranawat. 2006. pp. 63–64.
  3. ↑ "The Sacking of ‘Umarkot". www.infinityfoundation.com. Retrieved 27 August 2015.


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