We are glad to invite you for Trek to HarishchandradGad via Junnar Darvaja on 15-16th December 2012
General Information:
The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas (ancient scriptures) like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana include many references about Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in 6th century, during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era. The various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century. In these caves are idols of Lord Vishnu. Though the cliffs are named Taramati and Rohidas, they are not related to Ayodhya. Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic “Tatvasaar”), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The various constructions on the fort and those existing the surrounding region point to the existence of diverse cultures here. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the Harishchandreshwar temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. Later the fort was under the control of Moguls. The Marathas captured it in 1747.
Grade: Medium to Hard
Trek Itinerary:
Day -1
- 06.40 am : Meeting at Kalyan Bus depot (Please be on time.)
- 07:00 am : Move to Khireshwar
- 10:00 am : Reach Khireshwar and Breakfast
- 11:00 am : Start trek via Junnar Darvaja
- 03:00 pm : Reach the top
- 03:30 pm : Lunch.
- 05.00 pm : Move to Kokankada
- 08.00 pm : Dinner and campfire.
Day -2
- 07:00am : Tea and Breakfast
- 07:30am: Move towards Taramati
- 10:00am: Decend to Khireshwar via Tolar Khind
- 02:00pm: Base Village
- 06:00pm: Kalyan
Expenses:
Rs 550/- per head which includes travelling from Kalyan Bus depot to Kalyan Bus depot, breakfast ,dinner,morning and evening tea.
(Please carry packed lunch for the first day.)
Registration:
- For registration, kindly transfer Rs. 550 per head in the following A/c:
In the Name of : Aberrant wanderers
ICICI BANK Account No : 098405000917
IFSC Code : ICIC0000984
Branch : Bhandup(west) - For registration or queries, Please contact:
Sanket - 8425076272
(After transaction kindly inform us through e-mail or a sms, Your Name, transaction ID and mobile no.)
Last but not the least,
Any adventure activity is disciplined fun so please don't forget to check our "Rules and Regulation" page.
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Aberrant Wanderers Team.