We are glad to invite you for trek to Raigad via Nanacha Darwaja on 23rd March 2014 (Starting on 22nd night).
Hey Wanderers, Lets explore Nanacha Darwaja :)
General Information:
Raigad Fort is a magnificent hill fortress, situated in the Raigad district of Maharashtra. It lies approximately 125 km away from Pune and serves as one of the major excursion of the city. The fort once served as the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji, the Great Maratha king, in the 1674. It was around this time only that Shivaji was crowned the King of a Marathi kingdom. Perched at an altitude of 1350 m (4530 ft) above sea level, Raigarh fort falls under the Sahyadri Mountain range of India.
The main structures inside the Raigad Fort, which today stands mostly in ruins, comprise of Queen's Quarters, Public Durbar, Watch Towers, Darwazas (gateways), etc. The Queen's Quarters consist of six chambers in toto, meant for the queen and her attendants. The main place situated inside the fort was largely constructed out of wood. However, apart from its base, made up of pillars, hardly anything else remains. One can also be witness to the ruins of the three watch towers, which were once used to spot any threat from a distance.
The main entrance of the Raigarh Fort comprises of the Maha Darwaja, which is colossal and provided protection from the enemies. However, the king as well as his convoy used to move through the Palkhi Darwaja. The three dark and deep chambers, situated to right of the Palkhi Darwaja, are believed to have served as the granaries of the fort. One of the main attractions of the Raigad Fort is a magnificent statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji, sited opposite the ruins of the main market avenue. The samadhi (tomb) of Shivaji and his dog Waghya is situated near the avenue only.
Grade: Easy
Meeting Point: Panvel ST depot 12 AM on 23rd March 2014 (Saturday night itself)
Expenses:
Rs 900/- per head which includes
- Traveling from Panvel to Panvel.
- Breakfast/Tea, Lunch, Evening snacks/Tea.
Registration:
- For registration, kindly transfer Rs. 900 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
Sandeep - 8425076270
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