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This fort, which is located on the outskirts of Pune has a special significance in the history of the region. This was the first fort, which Shivaji conquered as a 16 year old with his loyal band of followers called ‘mavlas’. Shivaji had initially named the fort Prachand gadh, a tribute to the sheer size of the structure.... Check out full details »
The fort is located in Satara district in Maharashtra atop the massive Ajinkyatara Mountain, 3,300 ft above sea level. One of the most remarkable features of this fort is the ready availability of fresh water even at such heights. You can also get a panoramic view of Satara town from the ramparts of this fort. The fort was wrested... Check out full details »
Regarded as a very ancient as well as a magnificent fort sited amidst the picturesque locale of Bhandardara, Ratangad is a must visit tourist attraction of Pune. It is also known as one of the oldest artificial catchment area. The history of the Ratangad fort can be traced back to four hundred years. Check out full details... Check out full details »
Sinhagad or the ‘Fort of the Lion’ is located around 25 km from Pune city on the road to Kothrud. Over the years it has gained fame as an amateur trekking haven in the Sahyadris and is 4430 ft above sea level. It has the reputation of being one of Shivaji’s famed fortresses, Check out full details » Read More →
This historic fort, which is located about a 105 km from Pune, near Junnar village, is historically significant. Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Maharashtra’s biggest pre independence hero was born here in 1630. Its planned ramparts and massive fortifications, Check out full details » Read More →
Regarded as one of the oldest forts in Maharashtra, Sudhagad, or Bhorapgad as it used to be called before Shivaji conquered it, dates back to a time Before Christ. A few Puranas claim that Sage Bhrug stayed here built the temple of goddess Bhorai. It was used as a strategic vantage point by the rulers of the Bhor dynasty and... Check out full details »
Mahabaleshwar is the highest of the hill stations in Western Ghats of Maharashtra. It is situated at 1,372 meters above sea level. During the period of British Raj, it was the summer capital of Governor of the old Bombay Presidency. It is of about 120 Kms from Pune by road. Check out full details » Read More →
Matheran is tiny hill station with exceptionally striking pastoral beauty. It is set in the mountainous region in between Mumbai and Pune. The term ‘Matheran’ suggests "forest on top". Amidst the green Jumbo forest, it is indeed the most impressive and notable hill Check out full details » Read More →
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