< Wikipedia:AI or not quiz Kamru (also spelled Kamroo or Kamru Khas) is a historic village in the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India. Located at an elevation of approximately 2,600 metres ( $8,500 \mathrm{ft}$ ) above sea level, Kamru sits on a hillside overlooking the Sutlej River valley and the town of Sangla, approximately 2 kilometres $(1.2 \mathrm{mi})$ away.
Kamru served as the ancient capital of the Bushahr kingdom (also known as the Kinnaur kingdom) before the seat of power was moved to Rampur. The village’s historical significance is evident in its architectural heritage and its continued importance as a cultural center in the region. For centuries, Kamru was the political and administrative hub of the local rulers who governed this remote Himalayan territory.
The village is situated in the Baspa River valley, a
tributary of the Sutlej River, in the lower Kinnaur region. The surrounding landscape features terraced fields carved into steep mountainsides, apple orchards, and forests of deodar, pine, and walnut trees.
The climate is temperate, with cold winters that bring heavy snowfall and mild summers. The region experiences monsoon rains from July to September.
The most prominent structure in the village is the Kamru Fort (Kamakshi Devi Temple complex), a remarkable example of traditional Kinnauri architecture. Built primarily of wood and stone, the fort rises several stories and combines elements of Buddhist and Hindu architectural styles. The structure features:
The fort houses the temple of Kamaksha Devi (also called Kamakhya Devi), the presiding deity of the village and former royal family. The temple is an important pilgrimage site for the local population.