Chandragad, Hill fort in Raigad district, India
The fortress stands at an elevation of 2303 feet on a hill range extending from the Arthur Seat point of Mahabaleshwar, within dense forests.
Initially constructed by Chandrarao More of Javli to monitor regional movements, Shivaji Maharaj incorporated the fort into the Maratha Empire in 1656.
The fort contains the Janani Temple, a royal residence, and the Dhavaleshwar Mahadev temple, along with fourteen rock-carved water cisterns across the premises.
Visitors can reach the fort through Dhawale village, located 185 kilometers from Mumbai, following the Poladpur-Kapdefata-Umrath-Dhawale road for access.
The fort serves as a surveillance point over the ancient Dhawale Ghat route connecting Poladpur to Mahabaleshwar, offering views of the Krishna River valley.
Location: Raigad district
GPS coordinates: 18.00156,73.61917
Latest update: April 11, 2025 12:39
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