Nivati Fort Nivati fort today is in ruins although some of the walls of the fort are still in good condition. The ground is covered with thorny bushes. The fort is located on 50m high ground from the sea and offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the
Read more →Kelve Fort Kelve beach in western suburbs is famous. The Kelve fort stands northwards of this beach in the forest. The fort is star shaped with triangular bastions. There is another fort on a small island at some distance from the beach, called Kelve Pankot (sea fort).
Read more →Kohoj Very few forts, to the north of Mumbai in Palghar region of Thane district, are still showing their existence, among which is the fort of Kohoj. This fort lies at about 10 to 11 kms. from Wada on the route of Wada – Palghar. 3 Photos
Read more →Irshaalgad is a fort situated in the Karjat Region. Other forts in this region include Prabalgad and Malanggad. While driving along the Mumbai Pune highway, the forts of Malanggad, Devni Pinnacle, Matheran, Peb, Mhasmal, Prabalgad, Irshal attract one’s attention. The population in this area is quite normal.
Read more →Gambhirgad Gambhir in Marathi means ‘serious’. So, Gambhirgad and its environment is according to its name quite ‘serious’. Situated in Thane district and on Gujarat border, it is probably the last fort in Thane district. Fascinating Spots :- Approaching the fort, we first reach the plateau
Read more →Durg-Dhakoba In the mountain ranges of Naneghat and Jivdhan, lies the forts of Durg and Dhakoba. To the south of Naneghat and Jivdhan is Dhakoba, while Durg stands behind it. Both these forts are situated in quite a deserted area. There are few villages, but here the
Read more →Chanderi On the way from Kalyan to Karjat on the Bombay-Pune rail-route, lies a mountain range. Seen towering high over the rest of the range is a plateau, which is Chanderi. Lying between Badlapur and Vangani railway stations on the Badlapur to Karjat road is a village
Read more →Bankot Fort of Bankot stands in Ratnagiri at the mouth of Bankot creek, where River Savitri (originating from Mahabaleshwar) meets the Arabian Sea. Bankot creek was a major sea trade route, and the ancient caves of Dasgaon and Mandangad are the evidences of the same. Bankot fort,
Read more →Bhairavgad Bhairavgad comes under the regions of Koyananagar. The significance of forts here is that they are away from the actual range and hence are invisible from long distance. The main attraction of these forts is the dense forest. This fort has been declared as ‘sanctuary’. All
Read more →Barvai Barvai is built on a mountain which stands separate from the linked ranges of Sahyadri, near Chiplun. Its references are found in a book named “Daspaticha Itihaas”, which was found in Pedhambe village. This fort is said to have been used as a watch tower. Fascinating
Read more →Bahadarpur Bahadarpur is situated in Jalgaon district on the banks of Bori River somewhere between Parola and Amalner. The fort was built in 15th Century & its 40 ft strong bastion stands tall even today. This kind of bastion is very rare. But it will not
Read more →Ambolgad The two forts in the Rajapur Taluka of Ratnagiri District are Ambolgad and Yashwantgad. The fort of Ambolgad was primarily built to keep an eye on the ancient port of Musakaji and the surrounding seas. Col. Imlock captured this fort for the British in 1818. The
Read more →Guhagar, Maharashtra Soft sandy beach, eye catching sunset in the horizon and exquisite water sports facilities; Guhagar makes a perfect destination for secluded stay and adventurous sports activities. Guhagar, literally means cave house, is a temple town in Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra state and in all respects
Read more →Bhimashankar, Maharashtra Bhimashankar is a spiritual place with dense forest. One has to go via Manghar to reach Bhimashankar. A visit for one day to this beautiful place of natural beauty and lovely scenery makes one refreshed and healthy. Bhimashankar is a good place for nature lovers
Read more →Panchgani, Maharashtra Panchgani, literally mean the place of five hills, is a renowned hill station in Maharashtra. This majestic hill resort is located at 1,334 meters altitude. Panchgani is a vibrant scenic destination and its beauty multiplies with the backdrop of hilly terrains at one side and
Read more →Trimbakeshwar, Maharashtra Trimbakeshwar, an ancient Hindu Pilgrim centre, is located in the Nasik district of Maharashtra state in India. Trimbakeshwar is famous for one of the twelve Jyothirlinga temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. The holy Jyothirlinga circuit will be complete with the visit to this
Read more →Harnai, Maharashtra Harnai is a cute city famed as a gateway to escape from the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan life of Mumbai. With the serene and clean beach, it attracts thousands of tourists to its lap. The special feature of this temple town situated in
Read more →Narayangaon, Maharashtra A sleepy, picturesque village in the backdrop of the majestic Sahayadri mountains Narayangaon is located in the outskirts of Pune district of Maharashtra. Narayangaon is a synonym for vineyards and it is the backbone of the wine industry in India. Visiting the vineyards is not
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