Vasantgad
Range
Karad
Altitude
899m
Difficulty
Easy
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About Vasantgad
Vasantgad Fort: Built by Shilahar King Bhoj. Conquered by Shivaji Maharaj in 1659. Rajaram Maharaj briefly stayed here after returning from Jinji. Aurangzeb seized it in 1700, renaming it "Kili-da-Fateh," but the Marathas reclaimed it by 1706.
Best time to visit
All year round / Check local forecast
Places to See
Vasantgad Fort: Fascinating Spots * **Base Village:** Talbeed, famous as the home of Hambirrao Mohite (Shivaji Maharaj's second Commander-in-chief) and Queen Tarabai. See Mohite's memorial here\! * **Fort Route:** Starts from the village outskirts. * **Key Sights (1.5 hr visit):** * Destroyed fort entrance. * Ganesh idol carved in ramparts. * Big temple of Chandrasen (son of Ravana's sister Shoorpanakha). * Remnants of two more temples. * Extensive, well-fortified mountain top with strong bastions. * Intact 'Gomukhi' doorway with carvings on the south bastion. * Intact ramparts. * Big grinding wheel. * **View:** Get a great glimpse of the Koyna River from the top.
Journey & Transport
How to Reach
GETTING THERE: Talbeed village is 30 mins from Karad. ST buses run every 30 mins from Karad ST stand. Fort ascent takes ~45 mins.
Facilities
- StayChandrasen Temple: Sleeps 10-12 people.
- FoodNo food facility on site.
- WaterNo drinking water available.