Dhak Bhairi fort the most Challenging and Exciting Trek in Karjat
Dhak Bhairi
A Short Description about Dhak Bhairi fort
Dhak Bhairi fort a hill fort situated in the base village of Sandshi of Raigad District. Dhak Bhairi if an extremely Hard trek with its height of 2700 feet i.e. 823 meters. You can also read the history and the places nearby Dhak bhairi fort.
Dhak Bhairi fort a hill fort situated in the base village of Sandshi of Raigad District. Dhak Bhairi if an extremely Hard trek with its height of 2700 feet i.e. 823 meters. You can also read the history and the places nearby Dhak bhairi fort.
History of Dhak Bhairi Fort
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The fort is dedicated to God bhairi
the god of Thakur Adivasis hence it is called as Dhak - Bhairi. The fort
of Dhak-Bhairi was discovered by great historian Mr. Gopal Nilkanth Dandekar.
He said that Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj once visited these religious caves of God Bhairi, Maharaj gifted a golden plate to the god.There are utensils in the caves which can be used for cooking.
After using the utensils one has to clean the utensils and keep were they. People say that if any one tries to steal the utensils or take them away he/she dies. The temple is highly religious places were ladies or females are not allowed.
He said that Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj once visited these religious caves of God Bhairi, Maharaj gifted a golden plate to the god.There are utensils in the caves which can be used for cooking.
After using the utensils one has to clean the utensils and keep were they. People say that if any one tries to steal the utensils or take them away he/she dies. The temple is highly religious places were ladies or females are not allowed.
A recent story of the temple is God bhairi
was seen by the villagers in their dreams she said "I am covered with a
layer please remove it. This dream was told to the villagers and his
friends.
The villagers and his friends went into the caves, they filled with interest and sang bhajjans this took three days and three nights in a row. The person who dreamed about the god bhairi took a needle and pinned the rock to remove the oil and shendur which was layered on the rock.
After which god bhairi came out with a big noise after the cover removed. They repeated with other two rocks nearby they discovered Idol carved with lord ganesh and Devi bhavani on the rock.
The villagers and his friends went into the caves, they filled with interest and sang bhajjans this took three days and three nights in a row. The person who dreamed about the god bhairi took a needle and pinned the rock to remove the oil and shendur which was layered on the rock.
After which god bhairi came out with a big noise after the cover removed. They repeated with other two rocks nearby they discovered Idol carved with lord ganesh and Devi bhavani on the rock.
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| View from Dhak Bhairi |
Dhak - bhairi is actually a cave not a
fort. This fort was used for guarding the surroundings same as the forts of Rajmachi
which are Shreevardhan and Manoranjan. The fort is mostly visited
by the adventure lovers and who are fed-up with the daily work and need a
break.
The Dhak - Bhairi is famous for its trekking experience and rappelling. The fort has 5 - 6 water cisterns on the
top and a cave with two water cisterns. We can see Rajmachi, Duke's Nose,
Manikgad, Karnala, Bhimashankar, Visapur etc. from the top of the
fort.
The route to the fort has rock cut steps and they can be risky at some
times. The route is hard at some places so proper care and trekking equipment's
are required. The trek can test your stamina and rappelling skills.
Read more About Shrivardhan Fort
Read more About Shrivardhan Fort
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Kalakrai Pinnacle
This is the famous spot on the fort this pinnacle is most visited by the mountaineers. To climb the pinnacle trekking rope and equipment's are compulsory. To reach the pinnacle their is a way from the left side of the point.
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Time to reach the top
It will take around 2-3 hrs from base village of Dhak Bhairi fort. (Sandshi)
Minimum Duration
2 days.
2 days.
Best time to visit the fort
One can visit the fort till end of monsoon season to the starting of winter.
Water Availability
Yes, water is available on Dhak Bhairi fort, there are 5-6 cisterns available.
Yes, water is available on Dhak Bhairi fort, there are 5-6 cisterns available.
Accommodation Availability
Yes, accommodation is available on Dhak Bhairi fort in cave of Bhairi.
Places to visit on the Dhak Bhairi Fort
Cave of Bhairi, Kalakari Pinnacle, Forest, Water Cisterns.
Lets find How to reach to Dhak Bhairi Fort
Way from Pune to Dhak Bhairi Fort
Pune to Dhak Bhairi By Bus
From Pune there are ST (State Transport) buses,
Volvo, local transport available to Karjat, which is 99 kilometers from Pune,
from Karjat there are ST (State Transport) buses or six seater available to
base village of Dhak Bhairi fort. (Sandshi)
Pune to Dhak Bhairi By Train
From Pune trains are available to Karjat, which
is around 99 kilometers from Pune station, from Karjat there are ST (State
Transport) buses or six seater available to base village of Dhak Bhairi fort.
(Sandshi)
Pune to Dhak Bhairi By Road
From Pune via Mumbai Pune Express Way reach
Lonavala, from Lonavala reach Karjat, from there reach base village Dhak Bhairi
fort.
Way from Mumbai to Dhak Bhairi Fort
Mumbai to Dhak Bhairi By Bus
From the Mumbai there are ST (State Transport)
buses available to Karjat, which is around 63 kilometers from Mumbai, from
Karjat there are ST (State Transport) buses or six seater available to base
village of Dhak Bhairi fort. (Sandshi)
Mumbai to Dhak Bhairi By Train
From Mumbai there are trains to Karjat junction,
which is around 63 kilometers from Mumbai, from Karjat there are ST (State
Transport) buses or six seater available to base village of Dhak Bhairi fort.
(Sandshi)
Mumbai to Dhak Bhairi By Road
To reach Alibaug catch Goa Highway to reach
Panvel, from Panvel go up towards karjat, from Karjat reach base village of
Dhak Bhairi fort. (Sandshi).
Places to visit nearby the Dhak Bhairi Fort
Rajmachi fort
This fort is at a height of 2000 feet
above the sea level and easy trek. It is around 20 kilometers away from
lonavala. Rajmachi fort is among the popular destinations in the Sahyadris.
Basically there are two forts named as Shreevardhan and Manoranjan.
These forts were used to keep a watch on the nearby areas. They would protect the
Borghat (between the Khopoli and Khandala) which was an
historical trade route in those days.
There are two ways to reach the fort from karjat
via Kondivade village and other one via lonavala vehicles can go to
the foothills of the fort. The place is mostly visited in the rainy season with
beautiful waterfalls and greenery.
Kamshet
Kamshet is a place in Pune district which is near to the cities Lonavala and Khandala this is basically a village every year many tourists visit this village because of its greenery and scenery.
Kamshet is also known as Paragliding Paradise there are many paragliding experts who practice their paragliding in this region. Another place where people visit in this region is Vadivali Lake for bird watching.
Read more About Kamshet
Kamshet is also known as Paragliding Paradise there are many paragliding experts who practice their paragliding in this region. Another place where people visit in this region is Vadivali Lake for bird watching.
Read more About Kamshet
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| Lonavala in monsoon |
Lonavala is a best tourist destination among the Maharashtra. This place has good atmosphere all year around. Tourists run to this place mostly in specific seasons such as winters and monsoon.
Besides this other places nearby are Tigers point, Lions point, Karla caves, Pawna dam, Duke's nose, Manikgad, Karnala, Bhimashankar. Explore Lonavala
You Can also Read About the other Forts in Pune, Maharashtra Read About Torna fort
Besides this other places nearby are Tigers point, Lions point, Karla caves, Pawna dam, Duke's nose, Manikgad, Karnala, Bhimashankar. Explore Lonavala
You Can also Read About the other Forts in Pune, Maharashtra Read About Torna fort
2 comments
Write commentsDhak Bahiri story of villagers is something new to me.
ReplyIt is very dangerous trek. Can we stay in that Dhak bahiri Caves for a night?
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