Rajdhair Fort Maharashtra

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Rajdher Fort
Maharashtra

 

Rajdhair Fort Rajdher Fort - This fort is 3555 feet high, in the Giridurg fort. This fort is considered to be very tremendous for trekkers in Nashik district .A range of Sahyadri starts in the Nashik district and ends up to the moonlight. Next, they go up to Ankai near Manmad. The same queue is called the Ajanta-Seventh Line. There are 4 forts in Chandwad taluka. Rajdhore, Kolldar, Indray and Chandwad.

 

History

 

This fort was built earlier than Yadava period. This fort was under the control of Yadavas in 1216-17. This fort was under control of Alauddin Khalji and later under the Faruki. In 1601 the Khandesh Suba was in the hands of Moghuls, this fort was handed over to Ramajipant of Bhadgaon in return of the victory over Ashirigad. The Bakhar records depict this fort to be under the control of Shivaji Maharaj. In 1752 under the Treaty of Bhalki, this fort was surrendered by Nizam to Peshwa. In 1762 Madhavrao Peshwa handed over this fort to Vitthal Shivdev for yearly revenue of Rupees ten thousand for the fort. In 1764 the Pawar brothers of Chalisgaon revolted against Peshwa, which was crushed by Bajirao-II by sending Vittalrao Vinchurkar to capture Chalisgaon, the Rajdeher fort was also brought under the control of Peshwas. On 15 April 1818 this fort was won by Col. Prother of British forces, after a fierce battle with Nikam Deshmukh.


GETTING THERE


Maharashtra ST (State Transport) buses and trains are available to Chandwad, Nashik all over from Pune and Mumbai Mainly

Via Rajdharwadi: There is only one way to go to Rajdhari. Chandwad Gateway via Nashik or Manmad. 64 km from Nashik to Chandwad It is up to 20 km from Manmad and Chandwad.


ENTRY FEES


There is no entry fee to visit the fort, only ID is needed.


Places to visit on the Rajdhair Fort


  • ·       There is a Persian inscription on the left side of the entrance of the first entrance.
  • ·       The wada is well positioned.
  • ·       There is a cistern digging in a black area, there is a ladder attached to this cave.
  • ·       The temple of Mahadev in a cave on the banks of the lake.
  • ·       There is a lake on top of the fort.
  • ·       Tungi, Navevigar, on the top of the hill, all the areas are found there.



 OPENING/ CLOSING TIMINGS AND DAYS

The fort is open 24 Hrs to general public for all days of the week. One has to show their ID to enter the fort and for foreign nationals, passport is mandatory. It comes under Maharashtra tourism and department also promotes the heritage site. This fort is a must visit place if you are going on a Maharashtra tour.

 

BEST TIME TO VISIT


Any time you can visit Rajdhair Fort.
The best time to visit Rajdhair Fort is during the rainy season with extra care.




Accomodation on Rajdhair Fort


Yes, accommodation is available on the fort in the caves in which around 10 to 12 people can accommodate.




Food Facility on Rajdhair Fort

We have to carry food or prepare there by ourself

Water Facility on Rajdhair Fort



No, Water is not available on the fort so, carry your own water
Note:
The Images which have been used here are from travelling freaks who have been wandering out there in nature sharing their experiences about how to do If images which are here are by them only, If you have any problem or query please do mail me and also suggestions are welcomed
Location: Rajderwadi, Maharashtra 423102, India

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