About Mughal Road, Shopian Section
Mughal Road is an 84-kilometre historic mountain road connecting Shopian in the Kashmir Valley to Poonch via the Pir Panjal Range. The Shopian Section lies within Shopian District, Jammu and Kashmir, running from Shopian town through Heerpora and Dubjan to Pir Ki Gali pass at about 3,500 metres. Notable for its Mughal-era heritage, scenic alpine meadows, forests and panoramic Himalayan views, it serves as a seasonal alternative route to the valley.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a scenic mountain drive through the Shopian Section from Shopian town towards Pir Ki Gali. The route passes apple orchards, pine forests, alpine meadows at Dubjan and Heerpora, and winding high-altitude stretches with viewpoints over the Pir Panjal Range. Key stops include roadside viewpoints, meadows for short walks and photography, and the historic Aliabad Sarai rest area near the pass. Facilities are limited and the landscape is rugged and seasonal.
Key highlights
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Historic Mughal-era route through Pir Panjal Range via Pir Ki Gali pass at ~3,500 metres
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Scenic alpine meadows and forests at Dubjan and Heerpora
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Panoramic Himalayan viewpoints along the Shopian Section
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Aliabad Sarai - 17th-century stone sarai built for Mughal caravans
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Views of Heerpora Wildlife Sanctuary and surrounding meadows