Gagangad is a Hill Fort Situated in Gaganbawada village in Kolhapur,Maharashtra
Gagangad is a Hill Fort Situated in Gaganbawada village in Kolhapur, Maharashtra
Type Gagangad is Hill fort.
Difficulty level Gagangad is easy to trek.
Height Gagangad fort is 3000 feet( 915 Meters) above sea level.
Height Gagangad fort is 3000 feet( 915 Meters) above sea level.
Base village / District / Taluka - Gaganbawda / Kolhapur/ Kankavli / Maharashtra, India.
History of Gagangad fort.
Gagangad was constructed by Raja Bhoj (Shilahara Dynasty) in 1190. After that, Singhan Yadava crushed King Bhoj in 1209 and caught this fortification. In the wake of separating Bahamani tradition, this fort went under the Adilshahi rule.
In the Maratha Empire, Chhatrapati Rajaram Maharaj appointed their head of Ramchandrapant Amatya as Jahagir. In 1844 British armed forces crushed the Gagangad fortress.
Gagangad known as Gaganbawda is found 55 km from Kolhapur. Gaganbawda is a hill station on the way reaching to Sindhudurg region and Goa thereafter known as Mahayogi Gagangiri Maharaj.
Gaganbawada is on the starting of well-known Karul Ghat & Bhuibawada Ghat.
Gagangad known as Gaganbawda is found 55 km from Kolhapur. Gaganbawda is a hill station on the way reaching to Sindhudurg region and Goa thereafter known as Mahayogi Gagangiri Maharaj.
Gaganbawada is on the starting of well-known Karul Ghat & Bhuibawada Ghat.
The main spot at which has the starting of two ghats and has different directions at the same time, one towards Talere-Kankavali (Karul Ghat) and another towards the Kharepatan-Rajapur (Bhuibawada Ghat).
Time to reach the top
Time to reach the top
Gagangad fort can be reached in 40-45 minutes from the base village.
Minimum Duration
1 day is enough to see the fort, you can visit more places nearby.
Best time to visit the fort
Monsoon season is best to visit the fort, Gaganbawda is a hill station and you enjoy lot more in monsoon.
Water Availability
Water Availability
Water is not available on the fort you have to carry water.
Accommodation Availability
Accommodation is not available on the fort but you can look in the Gaganbawda town.
Places to visit on the Gagangad fort.
The entrance of Gagangad Fort , Balekilla on the top, Well on Balekilla, Scenic view of Karul Ghat, Mahayogi Gagangiri Maharaj religious place on the fort, Whole View of Bhubawda Ghat, Old entrance remains today not in use, Ancient caves on the top, Gaibi Gahininath Mandir/Masjid.
Let's find How to reach to Gagangad fort.
way from Pune to Gagangad fort.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Bus.
From Pune there are ST (State Transport) buses and Volvo buses available to Kolhapur, the distance between Pune to Kolhapur is 267 kilometers, and from Kolhapur, there are ST (State Transport) buses and local transport available to Gaganbawda, which is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Train.
From Pune junction to Kolhapur there are trains available, Pune junction to Kolhapur is around 280 kilometers, and then follow the same route from Kolhapur mentioned above.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Road.
Route of Pune to Gagangad fort Pune – Narayanpur Phata - Shirwal – Khandala – Bhuinj - Wadhe - Satara – Kashil - Umraj - Karad - Islampur - Yelur - Kolhapur - Asandoli - Gaganbawda - Gagangad fort.
Way from Mumbai to Gagangad fort.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Bus.
From Mumbai there are ST (State Transport) buses and Volvo buses available to Kolhapur, the distance between Mumbai to Kolhapur is 380 kilometers, and from Kolhapur, there are ST (State Transport) buses and local transport available to Gaganbawda, which is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Train.
From Mumbai to Kolhapur there are trains available, Mumbai to Kolhapur is around 455 kilometers, and then follow the same route from Kolhapur mentioned above.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Road.
Route of Mumbai to Gagangad fort Mumbai - Panvel - Khopoli - Lonavala - Dehu Road - Chinchwad - Pune - Narayanpur Phata - Shirwal – Khandala – Bhuinj - Wadhe - Satara - Kashil - Umraj - Karad - Islampur - Yelur - Kolhapur - Asandoli - Gaganbawda - Gagangad fort.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Bus.
From Pune there are ST (State Transport) buses and Volvo buses available to Kolhapur, the distance between Pune to Kolhapur is 267 kilometers, and from Kolhapur, there are ST (State Transport) buses and local transport available to Gaganbawda, which is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Train.
From Pune junction to Kolhapur there are trains available, Pune junction to Kolhapur is around 280 kilometers, and then follow the same route from Kolhapur mentioned above.
Pune to Gagangad fort By Road.
Route of Pune to Gagangad fort Pune – Narayanpur Phata - Shirwal – Khandala – Bhuinj - Wadhe - Satara – Kashil - Umraj - Karad - Islampur - Yelur - Kolhapur - Asandoli - Gaganbawda - Gagangad fort.
Way from Mumbai to Gagangad fort.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Bus.
From Mumbai there are ST (State Transport) buses and Volvo buses available to Kolhapur, the distance between Mumbai to Kolhapur is 380 kilometers, and from Kolhapur, there are ST (State Transport) buses and local transport available to Gaganbawda, which is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Train.
From Mumbai to Kolhapur there are trains available, Mumbai to Kolhapur is around 455 kilometers, and then follow the same route from Kolhapur mentioned above.
Mumbai to Gagangad fort By Road.
Route of Mumbai to Gagangad fort Mumbai - Panvel - Khopoli - Lonavala - Dehu Road - Chinchwad - Pune - Narayanpur Phata - Shirwal – Khandala – Bhuinj - Wadhe - Satara - Kashil - Umraj - Karad - Islampur - Yelur - Kolhapur - Asandoli - Gaganbawda - Gagangad fort.
Places to visit nearby the Gagangad fort.
Gaganbawda Hill Station.
Gaganbawda is an unexplored and lesser-known hill station accessible on the way Kolhapur, Pune or Mumbai. Located in the mountains of the Sahyadri range, the fort is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur and 46 kilometers from Kankvali place.
Gaganbawda is an unexplored and lesser-known hill station accessible on the way Kolhapur, Pune or Mumbai. Located in the mountains of the Sahyadri range, the fort is 55 kilometers from Kolhapur and 46 kilometers from Kankvali place.
Gaganbawda has much tourist place which are Gagangiri Math, Gagangad fort, Shri Ramling Temple and Lakhmapur Dam. Gaganbawada is on starting of the famous Karul Ghat and Bhuibawada Ghat which originate at the nearby places and go in opposite directions.
Gaganbawada used to be called ‘Bawada Mahal’ and comprises the current Gaganbawada region of Kolhapur district and the current entire region of Vaibhavwadi of Sindhudurg district. In 1981, Sindhudurg became an independent district.
Gagangiri Maharaj Math
Gagangiri Maharaj Math is a Cave Temple where Great Yogi Shri Gagangiri Maharaj was used to meditate. There are images of the lord Hanuman, Lord Ram, Lord Laxman and Goddess Sita.
Gagangiri Maharaj Math
Gagangiri Maharaj Math is a Cave Temple where Great Yogi Shri Gagangiri Maharaj was used to meditate. There are images of the lord Hanuman, Lord Ram, Lord Laxman and Goddess Sita.
Due to this place having religious importance and having a nice place for meditation, many people visit this place throughout the year. Gagangiri Maharaj Math Ashram offers Hindu teachings, yoga programs and meditation courses.
Shri Ramling Temple, Palsambe
On the way reaching to Gaganbawda, this place is known for cool and relaxing environment in the midst of green nature. This old temple is committed to Lord Rama. Lakhmapur Dam Lakhmapur Dam is a beautiful place in Dajiba forest place.
Shri Ramling Temple, Palsambe
On the way reaching to Gaganbawda, this place is known for cool and relaxing environment in the midst of green nature. This old temple is committed to Lord Rama. Lakhmapur Dam Lakhmapur Dam is a beautiful place in Dajiba forest place.
