The Chakdara Fort lies in Dir Lower, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – a strategic location along Swat River's banks that has witnessed significant historical events since Mughal times and beyond. Originally built by the British in 1896 as an extension of their defensive network against northwestern frontiers, it replaced earlier structures dating back to the Mughals era. In April-November season when weather is pleasant, a road trip leads visitors through scenic landscapes towards this historical fortress that saw its most known moment during 1897's Siege of Malakand while under British defense control.