The site was historically the location of the Sun Temple of Multan, which dates back to ancient pre-Islamic times.
The Tughlaq-style architecture of the Tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam features a distinct octagonal base and a massive dome.
The fort's structural integrity was heavily compromised during the 1848-1849 British Siege of Multan.
The garden area is positioned on a man-made mound (the 'kuhna' or old fort) that has been inhabited for thousands of years.
The site contains the Cenotaph of Colonel Patrick Vans Agnew, a remnant of the colonial era conflict in Multan.
Fort Kohna Qasim Garden, also known as Qasim Bagh, sits atop the ancient mound of the Multan Fort, which historically served as the city's primary defensive citadel. The park occupies the site where the massive walls and bastions of the original fort once stood. It is centered around the shrine of Sheikh Baha-ud-din Zakariya, a prominent 13th-century Sufi saint, and the tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam, both notable for their intricate blue glazed tile work. The grounds function as an elevated public park providing an overlook of the surrounding old city. The site preserves remnants of the fortification walls and historical gate structures. It remains a central cultural landmark for the residents of Multan.
The upper balcony area facing the dome of the Tomb of Shah Rukn-e-Alam for a wide-angle perspective.
Walk the perimeter of the park to view the exposed remains of the ancient fort walls.
Respect the ongoing religious activity, as the shrines are active sites of worship and pilgrimage.
Visit during the late afternoon to observe the sunset from the elevated vantage points.
Do not attempt to climb or sit on the fragile, non-restored sections of the historic wall ruins.
Modest dress is required as it is a religious site; visitors must remove shoes before entering the inner shrine courtyards.
