Pak WallPapers: Bhimber Azad Kashmir

About Bhimber:

Bhimber (Urdu: بھمبر‎) is the chief town of Bhimber District, Azad Kashmir. The town is situated on the border between Azad Kashmir and Pakistan at a distance of about 50 km from Mirpur, about 48 km from Gujrat, about 37 km from Jhelum, about 166 km from Islamabad and about 241 km from Srinagar.

Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was Bihmber

a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and

wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.

Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi . This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.

Famous Chinese tourist Hune Sang has talked about Bhimber in his journeys in seventh century A.D. For centuries, Bhimber has remained as capital city of Chibhal. Raja Chib Chand who was the first Chib came to Bhimber about 1400 years ago. In Chibs, the first who embraced Islam was Sirsadi who is famous as Hazrat Baba Shadi Shaheed. He died during the reign of King Aurangzeb Alamgir. The last ruler of Chibhals was Raja Sultan Khan (1800–1840). Bhimber has been important strategically. It lies on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley. It is also known as "Baab-e-Kashmir" (Door to Kashmir) because of its importance and geographical location which was ideal for Mughal Emperors to enter Kashmir. Therefore, the Mughals used Bhimber as a staging point for journey to Srinagar. Mughal Emperor Jahangir discussed Bhimber in his book Tuzk-e-Jahangiri.

Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.

Image Bhimber, the district headquarter is an old historic town, discussed by Mughal Emperor, “Jahangeer” in his book “Tuzh-e-Jahangiri”. It falls on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley .

Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi. This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.

Bhimber is the southernmost of the eight districts of Azad Kashmir (which is the part of Kashmir administered by Pakistan), the district is located between Latitude: 32-48 to 33-34 and Longitude: 73.55 to 74-45, and has an area of 1516km². The chief town is Bhimber

Bhimber View

History:

The area is very rich in archaeological remains due to its strategic location, it lies on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley.

Until 1995 Bhimber was a sub-division (tehsil) of Mirpur District, in 1996 the Tehsil of Bhimber was removed from Mirpur and made into a separate district.

Location:

The district is bounded by Mirpur district to the northwest (and is 50km from Mirpur city), and Punjab province in the west and south. It also shares borders with Indian administered Kashmir to the east.

Administration:

The total area of the district is 1516 square kilometres and is divided into three tehsils.

Barnala
Bhimber
Samahni
Demography

According to the 1998 census, the total population of the district stands at 297,000, while its population according to 1999 projections is approximately 303,000. latest figures show the population as 350,000, with an annual growth rate of 2.6% and household size of 6.7.

Notable Places:

Jandi Chontra is a scenic spot located 17Km from Bhimber and 67Km from Mirpur. The area is known for its panoramic views. The Shrine of the Sufi Saint Baba Shadi Shaheed is also located here.

Local Organizations
Insan Dost Association
Pakistan Kashmir Educational & Welfare Organization
educational And Welfare Society Barsali
Young Welfare Society Ropari

Women Welfare Organization Sandohsa

Baghsar:

Baghsar, 975 meters in elevation is an ideal tourist resort in the Samahni Valley. The Sar, local name for a lake is nearly half kilometer long sheet of crystal-clear water that soothes the senses of a visitor after traveling 64 kilometers journey from Gujrat via Bhimber.

On the top of hill is a famous Mughal fort overlooking the lake that adds grandeur to the whole area. This four-storied massive structure of granite is a feat of Mughal engineering that has stood the ravages of time. It has also played important roles in the history during the times of Ahmad Shah Abdali, Ranjeet Sing and Gulab Sing. It is said that Emperor Jahangir on his way back from Kashmir fell ill and ultimately expired in this Fort.

Culture:

Native people and people migrated from Samahni Valley speak Pahari. Bhimber is situated at the border of Azad Kashmir and Punjab, so Pahari dialect influenced by Punjabi is also used.

Tourism:

Bhimber and its surrounding area is very rich in archaeological remains. There is a forest rest house in Bhimber. Famous historical and scenic sites in the town and surrounding area include:

Baghsar Fort – This ancient fort is built in Samahni Valley close to a place known as Baghsar.

Baghsar Lake – This lake is situated near Baghsar Fort.

Famous Haathi Gate – Jahangir's elephant used to enter the town through it.

Jandi Chontra – This is the place from where Srinagar and Lahore are at the same distance.

Sarai Saadabad – The Sarai is located near Bandala in the Samahni Valley. It was used as a staging camp during Mughal Era for the caravans moving from Lahore to Kashmir.

Tomb of sufi saint Baba Shadi Shaheed.

Transport System:

Common public transport is Hiace. Daily routes include Mirpur, Gujrat, Dina, Jhelum, Gujranwala and Kharian. The coaches and coasters travel to larger cities of Pakistan including Lahore, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Sargodha.

Airports:

The nearest commercial airport was the Islamabad International Airport, which is approximately 166 km by road from Bhimber. Recently, Sialkot International Airport has become operational which is about 150 km from town. So, this is most suitable for the people. There is a small military air strip in the town.