Talgad

Talgad Fort History: Won by Shivaji Maharaj from Adilshah (1648 AD). Seized by Siddi during Afzalkhan's attack (1659), but later released after Afzalkhan's defeat. Significance: Shivaji Maharaj kept Talgad and 11 other forts in the Purandar pact. Subsequent rulers: Siddi, Bajirao Peshwa I (1735 AD), and General Prathur (1818 AD).

Explore this compact fort, running south to north. Enter through the main gate, Hanuman Darwaza, featuring a carved Lord Hanuman sculpture and a water tank. The bastions and fortification wall are intact. At the summit, find a well-preserved two-storey bastion, three water tanks, and a temple structure nearby. The topmost section houses 7 water tanks and the ‘Laxmi Kothar’ storage house. A final bastion sits at the northern tip. Ruins of old mansions and houses are visible throughout the premises. Enjoy views of Ghosalgad fort, Mandad creek, and Kuda caves from the top!