AN OVERVIEW ON THE HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE AND ARCHITECTURAL MARVEL OF KUSAK FORT

Abstract

This study is an attempt to highlight the historical values, importance and architectural integrity of the Kusak Fort.  The Salt Range is replete with prehistoric ruins, places and historically significant sites, Kusak Fort is one of the hidden gemstone that swanks a rich history and fascinating architecture.  It also encapsulates that this fort remained an important part of regional geopolitical and defensive structure. This paper reconnoiters that this fort is served as strategist outpost the region from invasions and also played an important role in defense structure. This fort is also witness to several significant events and occasions in the history of the Kusak state. Kusak Fort significantly contributed to ameliorate the plight of this region and also to protect the area from the invasions. This study is highlighted the existing condition of the fort and also suggests strategies to ameliorate the plight of existing condition of the fort and also to make it a cogent tourist destination.