Sarjekot (Alibaug)
Range
Nil
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Difficulty
Easier
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About Sarjekot (Alibaug)
Discover Alibaug's unique 'Mixed Forts': Kolaba and Sarjekot! Jointly located on the shoreline, these turn into Land Forts at low tide (accessible by foot) and Sea Forts at high tide. (Sarjekot is near Alibaug)
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History & Significance
**Fort History: Strategic Genius\!** Shivaji Maharaj ordered forts built on shores or flattened hills to halt enemy access. It's believed Sambhaji Maharaj built this fort on a rock next to **Kolaba Fort**, following that edict. The Marathas fortified **Khanderi Island** (Alibaug sea) but ignored **Undheri**. In **1671**, the **Siddi of Janjira** seized Undheri and built a fort—a clever move against the Marathas\! To counter this threat to **Kolaba** and **Sarjekot** forts, Sambhaji Maharaj decided to connect them with a causeway.
Places to See
Kolaba Fort's little brother! This fort is compact (26m X 27m) with 5 bastions and a fortified wall. The main doorway faces Kolaba Fort (northwest). Climb the stairs for views from the brink. Inside, find a dried-up, overgrown well. A temple of Lord Vetal was once supposedly here.
Journey & Transport
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How to Reach
Get there: Drive from Mumbai (via Panvel, Vadkhal) to Alibaug. Bonus: At Alibaug beach, the fort is easily reached during low tide!
Important Notes
Low Tide Timings (Lunar Calendar): * Pratipada: 4:00 - 6:00 * Dvitiya: 5:00 - 7:00 * Tritiya: 5:30 - 8:00 * Chaturthi: 6:00 - 9:00 * Panchami: 7:00 - 9:30 * Shashthi: 8:00 - 10:00 * Saptami: 8:30 - 11:00 * Ashtami: 9:00 - 12:00 * Navami: 10:00 - 12:30 * Dashami: 11:00 - 13:00 * Ekadashi: 11:30 - 14:00 * Dvadashi: 12:00 - 15:00 * Trayodashi: 13:00 - 16:00 * Chaturdashi: 13:00 - 16:00 * Full/New Moon: 14:30 - 17:00
Facilities
- StayNo accommodation here. Stay in Alibaug!
- FoodNo food on site. Available in Alibaug.
- WaterNo drinking water here. Find it in Alibaug!