Dalel Dero Fort

Dalel Dero Fort is a fortress located in Nawabshah Tehsil of Shaheed Benazirabad District in Sindh, Pakistan.

History

Dalel Dero Fort was built during the Talpurs' rule in Sindh, which lasted from 1783 to 1843 CE.
In 2018, it was recognised as a cultural heritage site of the Sindh province.

Architecture

The fort is characterized by its unique circular design and a rectangular gateway complex. It has a perimeter of 836.8 meters and walls that stand 12 meters tall. The construction materials used in the fort include mud bricks, burnt bricks, mud mortar, and cheroli, a type of lime plaster.
The main entrance of the fort features a four-centered arch, which leads to four chambers that were likely used by guards. The fort also has 12 bastions distributed along its walls.