Kohoj

Fort History: Possibly Bhoj-period due to cisterns. Portuguese captured it from the King of Gujarat in the 16th century, building fortifications. Peshwe conquered it in 1737, followed by British rule.

Fort Plateau Highlights: * **Lord Shankar Temple:** Recently rehabilitated. * **Cisterns:** Two are visible in front of the temple. * **Left Route:** Leads down past seven adjoining cisterns. One has clean water, two are spoiled, and four are clogged. Dilapidated remnants are to the right of the temple. Fortifications are visible in spots. * **Right Route (Up Hill):** Find three large cisterns. Two hold drinking water; one is clogged. * **Lord Hanumana Idol:** Located near these cisterns. * **Bastion & Temple:** Continue to a dilapidated bastion with a Lord Hanumana Temple to its left. * **Summit:** A 15-minute walk up the steps leads to the top. * **Natural Wonders:** Marvel at natural pinnacles formed by wind erosion. The man-shaped pinnacle is the most attractive spot\! Its shape changes when viewed from different directions. * **Lord Krishna Temple:** Located further ahead on this route.