Chavand fort a Remarkable Trek in Junnar Taluka.
Chavand Fort
Height Chavand is around 3,450 ft(1,036 meters) high above sea level.
Base village / District / Taluka Chavandwadi / Pune / Junnar, Maharashtra,India.
History of Chavand Fort
Chavand fort from the Base village |
Chavand fort is made by Buddhist carvings and sculptures which proves it being ancient the mountain of Shambhu the fort of Jivdhan on the west, Hadsar on the north, Shivneri on the east the route of Naneghat along the fort.
After the rule of Marathas fort was captured by Britishers. In 1818 the fort was completely destroyed by them and even the route was destroyed by them.
The mountain region has beautiful flora and fauna we can spot around many species of birds and animals in this region.
It takes around 1 hrs. from Chavandwadi base village.It is not a tiring trek it can be completed in 1.5 hrs.
Minimum Duration
Any season is suitable for the trek but prefer Rainy season as it is adventurous & water can be easily available.
Yes, Water is Available on Chavand Fort but problem may be in summer season,So carry water while trek in summer.
Caves are available on the fort but small insects or reptiles may occur a problem while staying in night.One can stay in village schools and in Kukadeshwar temple.
Places to visit on the Chavand Fort
Lets find How to reach to Chavand Fort
From Pune there are ST (State Transport) buses available to reach Junnar. These buses starts from Shivaji nagar from morning 6:30 hourly. After reaching Junnar ST buses, share Rickshaws and Jeeps are available to the base village Chavandwadi.
Pune to Chavand By Train
There are no Trains available to Chavand fort from Pune.
There are no Trains available to Chavand fort from Mumbai.
Places to visit nearby the Chavand Fort
This caves are in series of around 30 cut rock-carved caves.This are around form 1st century and 3rd century AD located on the beds of Kukadi river. It is also known as 'Shri Girijatmaka' to get there one has to climb 283 stairs in total And other caves are Viharas and empty caves.This caves are maintained by Archaeological Department of India. Their are many caves nearby.
This temple is Around 10 kms away from Junnar many public transport are available.This temple was built in 1785 And was renewed by 'Shri Appashastri Joshi' in 1967. This place has mythological story which states that Seeing attacks on the sages Lord Ganesha killed demon named 'Vignaasura' from then lord Ganesh is also named as 'Vigneshwara'.
The sages installed the Vigneshwara on Ganesh Chaturti from then onwards it is worshiped. Idol is decorated by gold and diamond ornaments with Riddhi Siddhi besides the idol. This temple has wonderful sculptural value a grand entrance. Their are pillars and deep mallas in the temple on four sides of the temple.
Shivneri Caves
This fort has a historical importance to Maharashtra, as in this place great Maratha ruler Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj was born 1630. Maharaj spent his childhood in this fort with his mother 'Jijabai'. And took training for his ruler dignity.One who visits the fort has to cross seven gates.Besides it has a small tank which is known as 'Badami Talav', Located near the idol of Shivaji Maharaj with his mother Jijabai.
The other historically related places are 'Shiv Janmasthan', Ambarkhana, Kadelot Point, Ganga Jamuna and Nane Ghat.The temple of goddess 'Shivnai' is also famous and known among the villagers nearby.
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Write commentscan you have any contact details from base village ?
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