Harihar Fort, Hill fort in Nashik district, India
Harihar Fort is a hill fortification in Nashik district, sitting at 1100 meters elevation in the Sahyadri range. Triangular rock formations with vertical walls shape the structure, whose western edge rises at a 75-degree angle.
The fortification originated in the twelfth century under the rule of the Yadava dynasty. Captain Briggs captured it together with seventeen other fortifications in 1818.
At the summit stands a Shiva temple that pilgrims and trekkers visit together. The large cave nearby once sheltered soldiers and shows how faith and defense came together in this place.
Access begins with an hour-long trek from Harshewadi village and concludes with a steep ascent over rock-carved steps. The final 117 steps demand good footwear and reasonable physical condition.
The rock-carved staircase has holes on both sides that help climbers during the ascent. These holes allow visitors to pull themselves up along the steep passage at a 60-degree angle.
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