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How many forts are there in Muzaffarabad made capital of AJK?
Muzaffarabad’s Forts: There are two historical forts, the Red Fort and the Black fort situated at the opposite side of the Neelum river.
Is Muzaffarabad in Pakistan or India?
Muzaffarabad (/ˌmʊzəˌfærəˈbæd/; Urdu: مُظفّر آباد) is the capital and largest city of Azad Kashmir, and the 60th largest in Pakistan. The city is located in Muzaffarabad District, near the confluence of the Jhelum and Neelum rivers.
When was Muzaffarabad made capital of Azad Kashmir?
Modern history The name “Muzaffarabad” (meaning Muzaffar’s Town) comes from the name of Sultan Raja Muzaffar Khan (popular muslim ruler of khandan-e-Bomba ) After the 1948-49 war, Muzaffarabad was made the capital of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
What is Muzaffarabad known for?
Muzaffarabad is known for its exclusive wood carved furniture that is very popular. They have a huge variety of wood such as dayyar, akhrot etc and markets are filled with beautifully carved table, chairs, jewelry boxes and they take customized orders and the quality is top notch. The area is famous for its woodwork.
Where is Azad Kashmir located?
Azad Kashmir. Azad Kashmir is part of the greater Kashmir region, which is the subject of a long-running conflict between Pakistan and India. The territory shares a border with Gilgit-Baltistan, together with which it is referred to by the United Nations and other international organisations as “Pakistan-administered Kashmir”.
Where is Muzaffarabad located?
Muzaffarabad, the capital city of Azad Kashmir, is located on the banks of the Jhelum and Neelum rivers. It is 138 km (86 mi) from Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Well-known tourist spots near Muzaffarabad are the Red Fort, Pir Chinassi, Patika, Subri Lake and Awan Patti.
How is the Azad Jammu and Kashmir dealt with by Pakistan?
Azad Kashmir’s financial matters, i.e., budget and tax affairs, are dealt with by the Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council rather than by Pakistan’s Central Board of Revenue. The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Council is a supreme body consisting of 14 members, 8 from the government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir and 6 from the government of Pakistan.
What are the cricket stadiums in Azad Kashmir?
Azad Kashmir has a T20 cricket team in Pakistan’s T20 domestic tournament . New Mirpur City has a cricket stadium ( Quaid-e-Azam Stadium) which has been taken over by the Pakistan Cricket Board for renovation to bring it up to the international standards. There is also a cricket stadium in Muzaffarabad with a capacity of 8,000 people.