Sarasgad Fort Maharashtra

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Sarasgad Fort
Maharashtra

 

Sarasgad Fort is the twin of Sudhagad Fort. It can be identified by its four pinnacles and thus was mainly used as a watch place to check the surrounding region. The construction of the fort is now not in a good condition but the huge rock steps are something to be seen. There are two routes which lead to the top of this fort from Pali. On the top is the Shiva temple providing an excellent panoramic view of all the mountain ranges surrounding this area. Sudhagad, Sankshi fort, Sagargad and TailBaila can be easily viewed from the top of Sarasgad.

 

This fort height from sea level is 490 meters. There are many caves which were used for soldiers and other purposes because the fort has very little area available on its top. There are around ten tanks carved in rocks. They provide cool water supply throughout the year, which is very important for any fort.




History

 

Shivaji Maharaj gave 2000 hones (golden coin used as currency during Shivaji Maharaj's time) for repairing the fortifications of this fort. Till independence this fort was in Bhor princely state. On the way from the south there are 111 steps carved in stone. The door from this side is known as 'Dindi darvaja'.



On 24 June 1670 this fort was again captured by Shivaji Maharaj.The Kanhoji Jedhe had patronage over the entire Bhor state and half of the Rohida Fort along with some patches of land. Further Moghuls captured this fort. This fort was under the control of Pantsachiv of Bhor State,till the Indian independence.



GETTING THERE


Maharashtra ST (State Transport) buses available to pali all over from Pune and Mumbai Mainly

The nearest town is Pali




ENTRY FEES


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



Places to visit on the Rohida Fort

·       The famous Rock cut staircase.

·       Ballaleshwar temple.

·       The entire staircase is carved in rock and protected by two bastions.

·       The Mahadarwaja of the fort

·       Paharekaryanchya Devadya


·       The Mahadarwaja  is not visible till u reach the last few steps.

·       The staircase is carved in such a way that the enemy which is on the staircase can be attacked from both sides. 

·       The balekilla on second level of the fort.

·       The route to the second level is from the back side of the fort.

·       These caves were used as a store house for storing the granaries and ammunition    


·       Shiv mandir and few water tanks at top

·       Tailbaila was clearly visible and so was the Sudhagad and Korigad.

·       The view of Amba river and Pali village

 

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


The best time to visit Sarasgad is during the rainy season with extra care.




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: Sarasgad, Maharashtra 410205, India

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