Asirgarh fort is also called Asa Ahir Garh because it was constructed by Emperor Asa Ahir .It is said that since last 5000 years Aswatthama visits this place and its surroundings because of a curse bestowed on him by Lord Krishna .
It is said that every morning Aswatthama is the first person to worship Lord shiva and place flowers and Sandal wood on his ling .It is said that in night time Aswatthama loiters around the area and even asks for turmeric oil for his wounds .Also residents say that whoever has seen him has become insane .
