Pratapgad, Mountain fortress in Satara district, India
The stone fortress stands at 1,080 meters above sea level with multiple gates, walls, and watchtowers overlooking the Nira and Koyna rivers.
Built in 1656 under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's orders, the fortress witnessed the decisive battle between Maratha forces and Bijapur general Afzal Khan in 1659.
The fortress contains a temple dedicated to Tulja Bhawani, featuring a murti of the eight-handed goddess installed during Shivaji's period.
Visitors can reach the fortress by taking regular buses from Mahabaleshwar, located 24 kilometers away, with restaurants and shops available on site.
A 17-foot bronze equestrian statue of Shivaji Maharaj, unveiled by Prime Minister Nehru in 1957, stands within the fortress grounds.
Location: Satara district
Inception: 1656
GPS coordinates: 17.93622,73.57761
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:42
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