About Pathankot
Pathankot, glorious for its location be a stunning destination in itself. Connecting mountains with plains, its town reflects the culture and traditions of 3 states. It’s connected to Himachal Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir. Surrounded by lush green valleys and hills, Pathankot is a favored transit hub for tourists heading to Dalhousie, Dharamshala, Kangra, and Jammu.
🏛️ The Historical Background
The name “Pathankot” is derived from the Pathania Rajputs; it was once the capital of the princely state of “Nurpur”.
According to some beliefs, this city was founded by the first Sikh Guru, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, specifically during the medieval period.
Mukteshwar Mahadev Temple. This temple is one of the most sacred places around Pathankot. There are some caves that date to the time of the Mahabharata.
🛕 Nearest Religious Places
- Garh Mata Temple (Karoli)
- Mukteshwar Mahadev (Kot)
- Kali Mata Mandir
- Shani Dev Mandir
- Shiv Temple (Lamini)
- Lakshmi Narayan Mandir (Jugial)
- Ashapurni Mandir
- Nagni Mata Mandir (Kandwal)
- Kathgarh Mahadev Temple
- Gurudwara Shri Barth Sahib (Vill. Barth)
📍 Place to Visit
Basohli Bridge (Atal Setu)
A bridge connecting Punjab and J&K.
Thein Dam (Ranjit Sagar Dam)
A major hydroelectric project is located on the Ravi River.
Pathankot City 