Upardang Gadhi
उपरदाङ गढी
The 18th-century stone fortress ruins on the Mahabharat ridge, overlooking the Chitwan valley and distant snowy peaks.
Located in the northern hills of Chitwan at an elevation of about 1,200 m, this fortress was built in the 18th century, when the Gorkha Kingdom was unifying Nepal. Its stone walls, gates and temple ruins survive. On clear days you can look north to snow peaks such as Annapurna and Manaslu, and south over the Terai plains. It is about 1.5 to 2 hours by car from Sauraha. The mountain roads are steep and rugged, so a hired vehicle is needed. It suits visitors who enjoy history and hiking. Admission is free or a token fee.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Devghat Dham
- Narayani Riverside, Narayangarh
- Tharu Cultural Museum & Villages
- Bishazari Tal
- Baghmara & Kumroj Community Forests
- Sauraha
- Rapti River (East Rapti)
- Elephant Breeding Center