Mahimatgad
Range
Ratnagiri, Konkan
Altitude
808m
Difficulty
Medium
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About Mahimatgad
Discover Mahimatgad Fort! Located in Sangameshwar taluka, Ratnagiri district, this sprawling South-to-North fort boasts lush vegetation and hidden remnants in the woods. Nearby villages are Kundi (North) and Nigudwadi (East). Locals celebrate Dussehra here annually.
Best time to visit
All year round / Check local forecast
Places to See
Fort Highlights: Entrance: Intact eastward door with doorkeeper porches. Route 1:1. Water Tank (Dry): Built into the fortification wall; leaks cause it to be mostly dry. 2. Potable Water Tank: Supported by pillars. 3. Fortification Wall: Toilet built in. Note: Wall built with stacked stones, no limestone.Route 2 (Upstairs from Entrance):1. Dilapidated Doorway. 2. Water Tank (Dry): To the left, leaks cause it to be mostly dry. 3. Temple: Goddess Mahishasur Mardini (plus other idols). Two small canons out front. 4. Path from Temple: Leads to a large canon hidden among trees. 5. Path from Tank: Halfway along, a path goes up the hill. 6. Hill Summit: Temple of Lord Shiva (metal-covered Shiv linga) with a Nandi outside. Stone-carved idol of Lord Hanuman further on.Citadel Base: Accessible via a route through the trees. Tapering bastion visible, difficult approach. Viewpoint: Flag pole area offers a full fort view. From the citadel, see Vishalgad to the south and the adjoining region.
Journey & Transport
How to Reach
**Reaching the Fort:**1. **Start at Devrukh Village:** 16 kms from Sangameshwar (Mumbai-Goa highway). 2. **To Nive Village:** 6 kms from Devrukh. 3. **Fork in the Road:** * Right: Marleshwar. * Left: Nigudwadi & Kundi villages (10 kms). 4. **From Nigudwadi:** Walk the unpaved road for 1 hr. 5. **Look for the Path:** Find a small path through dense vegetation. The fort will be on your right. 6. **Reach the Pass:** You'll arrive at a pass between hills. Spot Mahimatgad bastion (right), mountain ridge (left), and the path to Kundi village (ahead). 7. **Enter the Woods:** Take the path to the right (into the woods). 20 mins to the open space below the bastion. 8. **Final Trail:** Find the path to the left, marked by two stacked stones. Follow this trail for 20 mins to the fort. 9. **Pro-Tip:** Keep the bastion on your right while ascending\! Look out for butterflies on the way\!**Rainy Season Route (Nigudwadi to Kundi):** Use a Jeep or Car on the unpaved road to reach halfway. The remaining climb is 1 hr.
Important Notes
Plan a 2-Day Sangameshwar Trip! **Day 1:** Visit Mahimatgad in the morning, then proceed 16 kms to Marleshwar. Head 19 kms to Sangameshwar Kasba (3 kms off Mumbai-Goa highway) to see the Sambhaji Maharaj statue and Karneshwar temple. Overnight stay at Bhavanigad. **Day 2:** Explore Bhavanigad. Travel 45 kms to Gowalkot (Govindgad) in Chiplun. **Heads Up:** Nigudwadi and Kundi villages are in opposite directions (approx. 3 hrs from each).
Facilities
- StayNigudwadi Village Stay: School/Temple accommodation for up to 10 people.
- FoodNo Food Facility Available
- WaterWater available on the fort until January. IMPORTANT: Carry enough water as there are no sources on the route!