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Muzaffarabad
Muzaffarabad District · Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan
Ranbir Singh Baradari, Domel
A Dogra-era pavilion of 1885 at Domel, Muzaffarabad, where the Neelum meets the Jhelum.
The baradari of Maharaja Ranbir Singh stands at Domel in Muzaffarabad, where the Neelum River joins the Jhelum, beside the bridge. Two inscriptions inside give Ranbir Singh's name and the date 1885.
Why go
- ✦At the meeting of the Neelum and Jhelum
- ✦Inscriptions dated 1885
- ✦Geometric and floral decoration
- ✦A matching pavilion across the river
About
Thirty-five steps lead up to the main baradari from the eastern side of the Quaid-e-Azam Bridge, and its name is carved on a small marble panel over the entrance, framed by flowers. The walls are decorated with geometric and floral patterns. A second, matching baradari stands on the left bank of the Jhelum.
How to Reach
At Domel, Muzaffarabad, up 35 steps from the eastern side of the Quaid-e-Azam Bridge; also reached from Chattar Housing Scheme, Garhi Pan and Old Secretariat.
Responsible Travel
Treat the site as protected heritage: do not scratch, climb or remove material, and follow caretaker instructions.
Planning tip
Best Time to Visit, March to November.
Getting there, At Domel, Muzaffarabad, up 35 steps from the eastern side of the Quaid-e-Azam Bridge; also reached from Chattar Housing Scheme, Garhi Pan and Old Secretariat.
Allow, Under an hour.
What to Do
Nearby
Straight-line distance from Ranbir Singh Baradari, Domel, within 5 km.
