About Behramgala
Behramgala is a scenic village and meadow area located on the historic Mughal Road in Surankote Tehsil of Poonch District, Jammu and Kashmir. Situated amidst the Pir Panjal Range, it is known for its forested slopes, alpine meadows and views along the Mughal Road connecting Poonch to Shopian. It serves as a natural halt and sightseeing spot for travellers between Surankote and Pir Ki Gali.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open mountain landscape with green meadows, pine and deodar forests, and views of the Pir Panjal hills along the Mughal Road. The area consists of a small settlement with roadside shops and open grazing lands. Visitors can walk in the meadows, view the surrounding hills and forests, observe local pastoral life, and stop for photography while travelling on the Mughal Road.
Key highlights
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Scenic meadows and forested slopes of the Pir Panjal Range
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Location on the historic Mughal Road between Surankote and Pir Ki Gali
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Views of surrounding hills and valleys
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Pastoral landscape with seasonal Gujjar and Bakerwal grazing areas
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Convenient halt point for travellers on the Mughal Road circuit
History of Behramgala
Behramgala lies on the historic Mughal Road, the medieval route used by Mughal caravans between Lahore and Kashmir via Rajouri, Thanamandi and Pir Panjal Pass. The village served as a halt along this route and remains part of the restored Mughal Road corridor.
Culture & Context
The area reflects the pastoral culture of the Pir Panjal region, with Gujjar and Bakerwal communities traditionally using the surrounding meadows for seasonal grazing. It is part of the cultural landscape of Poonch and Surankote.
Route
| By air | Nearest airports are Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport Srinagar and Jammu Airport, both connected by road via Mughal Road and NH144A. |
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| By train |