Forts Of Maharashtra _1

Best Forts To Visit In Maharashtra

Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj one of the greatest King of Maharashtra had 300 forts including 5 sea forts. Maharashtra state has eminent forts, in the Western Ghats - the Sahyadri Mountain range.

Here are my top 3 Forts picks, which are the best spot in any season. You can likewise visit with family around the whole year, but rainy season view is mesmerizing with waterfalls, greenery & some natural wonders...! 

1. Raigad Fort - Hillfort 

Raigad hill fort is 820 meters tall fort (2,700 ft) above the sea level, located in the Sahyadri mountain range in the Mahad, Raigad district of Maharashtra. 

How To Reach:  

Mumbai - (165.4 km) via Bengaluru - Mumbai Hwy/Mumbai 

Pune - (131.5 km) via Tamhini Ghat Rd

- Train [The nearest railway station that is connected to Mumbai and Pune is Veer railway station, about 40 km away from Raigad - From the station, you can hire taxi]

- Car [ Own or rental - Simply put on google map & you are ready to Go]

- Motorcycle 

- Bus [ From Mumbai - Pune Direct buses are available.] 

Climb: 

- Ropeway [ This fort has a ropeway, for those who doesn't want to climb] 

- The actual climb to the top of the Raigad fort starts from Pachad a difficult one.

- You can use steps also.

Food: 

- You may get water & basic food but with very high in cost 

- It's better to carry food 

*Best Fort for overnight campaigning 

 

2. Daulatabad Fort 

Daulatabad Fort, also known as Devagiri or Deogiri, is a historical fortified citadel located in Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India. It is 600 feet high from the ground and has 750 steps.

How To Reach: 

Mumbai - (342.7 km) via NH160  

Mumbai - (374.7 km) via Bengaluru - Mumbai Hwy/Mumbai Hwy/Mumbai - Pune Hwy and Aurangabad

- Air: At about a distance of 22kms from the fort is the Aurangabad Airport which is very well connected to many major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, and Hyderabad. ...

- Train: Aurangabad Railway Station is located at about a distance of 15km from Daulatabad Fort

Climb: 

- 750 steps

Food: 

- It's better to carry food 

- can only purchase fresh fruit here from a local farmer

 

 

3. Murud Janjira - Sea Fort 

Situated on an island on the coastal village of Murud, in the Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. Simply known as Alibaug Sea Fort. It has 2 sweet water lake inside. A mysterious tunnel that gives you the path towards the seashore. 

How To Reach: 

Mumbai - (158.6 km) via Bengaluru - Mumbai Hwy

Pune - (182.5 km) via Bengaluru - Mumbai Hwy

- Ferry - From Gateway Of India, Mumbai - Take a local bus to Murud Village beach - Ferry if require, you can also walk till fort if there is no seawater 

- Train - Pune to Mumbai, then Ferry & Pune to Lonavala by road 

Food: 

- It's better to carry food 

- Can buy at the beach 

*100 rs per head for a guide if required 

 

 

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