Umerkot Fort - Sindh Pakistan
Umerkot Fort, located in Umerkot, Sindh, is also called Amarkot. Emperor Akbar was born in Umerkot Fort when his father Humayun fled from the military defeats at the hands of Sher Shah Surion on 15 October 1542.
Rana Parasad of Umerkot, who had risen to power had given refuge to Mughal Emperor Humayun and it was there Hamida Bano Begum gave birth to young Akbar. Later the Mughal Emperor Akbar became the Shahenshah of Hindustan and was a popular figure with both Hindus and Muslims.
Umerkot has many sites of historical significance such as Mughal emperor Akbar’s birthplace near Umarkot Fort, currently, King Akbar's birthplace is an open land. In 1746, the Mughal Subahdar, Noor Mohammad Kalhoro, built a fort at the location. Later the British would take over that area.
Amarkot fort was built by Rana Amar Singh in the 11th century. It remained under the control of the Hindu Rajput dynasty known as the Ranas of Umerkot but later was taken over by the Pakistani Government after the formation of Pakistan. However, the Rana family still has their jagir located 16 km away. The governorship of the fort was possessed by Rana Megraj.
Umarkot Fort 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.
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