Harishchandragad Fort is very popular place for trekking in Maharashtra and also one of the famous Bhandardara tourist places.

The Harishchandragad Fort originally dates back to the 6th century during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. At a distance of 8 km from Khireshwar, 50 km from Bhandardara, 166 km from Pune & 218 km from Mumbai, Harishchandragad trek is a historical hill fort situated in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra. The height of the fort is 1,424 meters.. Harishchandragad trek  is very popular place for trekking in Maharashtra and also one of the famous Bhandardara tourist places.

The fort originally dates back to the 6th century during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era and various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century AD. Sage Changdev used to meditate here in 14th century AD.

Later the fort was under the control of Mughals and Marathas captured it in 1747 AD. Remnants of Microlithic human inhabitants have been discovered here. The various Puranas like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana have many references about Harishchandragad Fort .

Rohidas, Taramati and Harishchandragad are the three peaks in Harishchandragad.

as built during this era and various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century AD.

 

Reporting time–  9:00 pm on Saturday

Arrival :- 9:00 pm on Sunday

Meeting Place– Senapati Bapat Road, Opp. J W Marriott hotel, Near Live Space Mall

Level-Medium (3 hrs. trekking one way)

Notes:-

There are no difficult trails/rock patches. Its a simple trek and can be completed by everyone.

This is an offbeat trek and hence better to do with expert leaders of Trekfit.

 

• Harishchandragad Height : -4665 ft.

• Area– Bhandardara

• Harishchandragad Trail: Fort trail

• Harishchandragad Difficulty: Medium 

• Harishchandragad Length: Approx. 8 kms.

• Harishchandragad Trek Location: Ahmednagar

• Harishchandragad Best Time: whole Year

• Harishchandragad from Pune : 125 km

Batches:-

Every Saturday night Departure from Pune at 9:00 pm.

Group Discount -  

4 -5   People - 50rs Per Person 

8 - 10  People - 100rs Per Person 

 

Things to see at harishchandragad fort ?

• Kedareshwar Caves

• Hrishchandreshwar Temple

• Taramati Peak

• Caves

Why book with Trekfit Adventures?

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We have a dedicated team of leaders and volunteers who will first give priority towards your safety.

The fun during the bus journey, introduction of all members and the networking of all members that takes place is what we are known for.

You will definitely  have an amazing, memorable experience of trek with Trekfit Adventures. You can check our google reviews too.

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