Durg
Range
Bhimashankar
Altitude
1188m
Difficulty
Medium
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About Durg
Hidden Gems: Durg & Dhakoba Forts! Location: Naneghat & Jivdhan mountain ranges. Dhakoba is south of Naneghat & Jivdhan; Durg is just behind it. These remote forts are in a deserted area. Local villages face tough socio-economic conditions, with farming as the primary way to meet basic needs.
Best time to visit
Ideal Visit
Places to See
No visible structures remain, but imagine this site was once a military base!
Journey & Transport
How to Reach
Access via Junnar-Aaptale-Aamboli. Take a bus from Junnar to Aamboli village (1.5 hours). Get your first glimpse of Dhakoba here! A path from Aamboli leads to the fort plateau (1.5 hours). Spot 3 caves on the way! On the plateau, follow the main footways: * **Right:** Descend to Dhakoba and then Durg (via a forest and stream). * **1 Hour Walk:** See Fort Durg from the next plateau. * **From next plateau:** Left goes to Durg; Right goes to the Durga temple.
Facilities
- StayNo accommodation at the forts. Nearby stays: Dhakoba foothills temple (sleeps 15) or Durga temple (sleeps 5).
- FoodNot Available
- WaterDrinking Water: Locate water ponds next to the temples near Dhakoba and Durg. They are safe for drinking.