Karnala Fort, Medieval fort in Raigad district, Maharashtra, India
The fort consists of two levels with a 125-foot basalt pillar named Pandu's Tower that functioned as a monitoring station during military operations.
The fort changed control multiple times between Devagiri Yadavs, Tughlaq rulers, Gujarat Sultanate, Nizam Shah, Portuguese, Marathas, Mughals, and British East India Company.
The Bhavani Temple at the fort base contains inscriptions in Marathi and Persian languages, reflecting the varied cultural influences throughout its existence.
Entry fees are 35 rupees for Indian adults and 60 rupees for foreign visitors, with the fort operating between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM daily.
The fort features a water cistern that maintains fresh water supply throughout the year and overlooks the strategic Bor pass connecting coastal Konkan to Deccan Plateau.
Location: Raigad district
GPS coordinates: 18.88167,73.11806
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:05
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