Sariun Fort

Sariun Fort is an ancient ruined fort located on the Sariun range in the eastern part of the Tiun mountain range in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an elevation of approximately 1500 meters above sea level and about 58 kilometers from Bilaspur town, the fort stands as a stone structure approximately 12 meters high. According to tradition, it was built by a ruler of Suket State, with some sources attributing its construction to Raja Keshab Chand around 1620 AD.

Visitors can expect to see the ruins of an ancient stone fort situated on a hilltop in the Tiun range. The fort consists of remaining stone structures and fortifications at an elevation of 1500 meters. The site offers views of the surrounding natural landscape and is considered a location for viewing sunrises and sunsets. The terrain involves climbing through rugged paths to reach the fort ruins. The fort is now in ruins with only remnants visible.

According to tradition, the fort was built by a ruler of Suket State. Some sources attribute its construction to Raja Keshab Chand around 1620 AD. The fort existed prior to 1835, as noted by German traveler Baron Charles Hugel who passed through Bilaspur in that year. Around 1800, during the regency of young Raja Mahan Chand of Bilaspur, Sariun Fort along with Tiun Fort was captured by the Raja of Kangra. The fort is one of seven small ancient fortresses in Bilaspur district.

The fort holds historical importance as part of the Chanderiwanshi Rajputs heritage. Locals believe that stones from the fort cannot be used to build other houses as it brings bad luck. The fort represents the defensive architecture of the region's princely states.