Aundha
Range
Kalsubai
Altitude
1341m
Difficulty
Very difficult
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About Aundha
Kalsubai Range: Sahyadri's North-South stretch, turning east from Igatpuri towards Thal Ghat. It splits into two parts: Alang, Madan, Kulang, & Kalsubai; and to the east: Aundh, Patta, Bitangad, Aad, & Mhasoba mountain.
Best time to visit
All year round / Check local forecast
History & Significance
Maratha Rule until 1688! The fort then fell to the Mughals, who appointed Sardar Shyamsingh as chief.
Places to See
**Aundh Fort: The Pinnacle Viewpoint** This fort is shaped like a pinnacle with a small top, originally used to keep watch over the surrounding region. **Highlights (30 min visit):** * 4-5 Cisterns * Water available in one cave * Entrance carved from huge rock**See Nearby:** Patta fort, Bitangad, Alang, Madan, Kulang, Kalsubai.
Journey & Transport
How to Reach
Getting There **Start:** Go to Igatpuri (via Mumbai). **Bus:** Take the 7 a.m. bus from Igatpuri station to Bhagur. **Get Off:** Kadva Colony Naka (approx. 1.5 hours). **Next:** Continue from Kadva Colony to Kadva Dam. **Village Access:** Reach Ninavi village after 45 minutes. **Fort Ascent (From Ninavi):**1. **Challenging Route:** Follow the ridge ahead (Tiring\!). 2. **Easier Route:** Go past the Hanuman Temple (Longer, but not tedious). This route takes 45 mins to reach the Plateau.**Final Push:** From the Plateau, it's 30 mins to the fort steps. Some rock-climbing is required to reach the top.Trekking Circuit Many trekkers combine **Aundh-Patta-Bitangad**. To go from Aundh to Patta, return to the plateau and head toward the flag. **Ninavi to Aundh (via Patta):** 2 hours.
Facilities
- StayStay in Aundhvadi! No lodging on the fort itself.
- FoodNo Food Onsite
- WaterDrinking Water: All Season Access!