Potohar plateau, which rises from the plains of Punjab, stretching to the foot hills of Himalayas, with River Jhelum to the east and River Indus on its western edge, is steeped in history and folklore. Two hill ranges, The Salt Range and Kala Chitta Range, provide it with unique topography. Signs of ancient civilizations abound throughout the region. Taxila, which was the center of Gandhara civilization, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The region was home to many warring tribes thus old forts are sited strategically throughout the area. Many have been lost to time but some do exist in varying conditions of disrepair. These old forts provide a fascinating insight into the culture and history of times gone by. The purview of this post is to provide an introduction and practical visitor’s guide to three of twenty three identifiable forts of the region. Details about the architecture and history of the fort is available on Wikipedia online. These forts are easily accessible by road from Islamabad and offer a interesting one day outing to tourists and history buffs. An excellent article on Forts of the Region by Saad Asad on Twitter ( @saad_163_ ) provides greater detail.