Fort Bala Hisar: A Storied Fortress in Peshawar

Fort Bala Hisar is a historic fortress located in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It is one of the oldest and most important forts in the region, and has played a significant role in the history of Peshawar. The fort was originally built in the 6th century CE by the Kushan Empire, and has been rebuilt and expanded several times over the centuries. It has been ruled by a number of different dynasties, including the Mughals, the Durranis, and the British.