Sassi Punnu Fort
Sassui Punnhu Fort (, , ), also known as Miri Kalat, is a historical fortification located near Turbat in Turbat Tehsil, Kech District, Balochistan, Pakistan. The site closely associated with the legendary love story of Sassui and Punnhu, a prominent tale in Sindhi and Balochi folklore. Adjacent to the fort lies an ancient burial site, where several open graves containing human skeletons have been discovered, adding archaeological significance to the area. The fort and its surroundings are currently in a deteriorated state, with structural remnants at risk of complete disappearance if preservation measures are not taken. The nearby Miri Qalat archaeological site, believed to be part of the broader historical complex, dates back to the 3rd millennium BCE. The name "Miri Kalat" translates to "Prince's Fortress," derived from ''Mir (title), Mir'' (a title of nobility with Arabic roots meaning "prince") and ''Qalat (fortress), Qalat'' (from Arabic and Persian, meaning "fortress"). ...
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