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Karnala Fort |
Karnala Fort is an ancient hill fort
located in the district of Raigad
in Maharashtra state. It is situated
almost 12 km from the city of Panvel.
Currently it is a protected place
lying within the Karnala Bird SanctuaryThe
structure has immense strategic significance
as it is situated at an altitude of
1,440 feet (439 m) and offers a panoramic
view of the Bor pass. The structure
was primary built with stone. Karnala
Fort was occupied by various ruling
dynasties, such as, the Ahmednagar
Sultanate, the Portuguese, the Maratha
Empire and the British East India
Company.
History of Karnala Fort
Karnala Fort was initially occupied
by the Seuna Yadavas of Devagiri and
Tughlaq dynasty. The region of Karnala
served as the capital of the north
Konkan districts of these respective
empires. Later it was taken over by
the Gujarat Sultanate. Eventually
the fortress was occupied by the Nizam
Shah of Ahmednagar in 1540. However,
the structure was again conquered
by the Gujarat sultans with the support
of the Portuguese army under the command
of Dom Francisco de Menenzes. It was
then controlled by the Gujarat Sultanate
but with Portuguese garrisons.
The Nizam Shah became angered after
losing the fortress and thus attacked
it with 5,000 soldiers. The Gujarat
Sultans gave the control of the fort
to the Portuguese and escaped to Vasai.
The army of Nizam Shah was defeated
by the Portuguese forces and the Karnala
Fort remained under the control of
the Portuguese. But later Karnala
Fort and Sangli Fort were handed over
to the Nizam Shah for an annual payment.
In the year 1670, Chatrapati Shivaji
Maharaj of the Maratha Empire captured
the fortress by defeating the Portuguese
army. However, after the death of
Shivaji in 1680, it was occupied by
Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. Later in
1740, the structure was conquered
by the Peshwas of Pune. In the year
1818, Karnala Fort was attacked and
seized by the army of the British
East India Company under the command
of Colonel Prother.
The fort at Karnala comprises of
two separate fortresses. One of the
structures is located at a higher
level and the other fort is situated
in the lower level. There is a basalt
pillar located at the centre of the
higher level. It is around 125 feet
in height and is known as Pandu`s
tower. The structure was actually
used as an observation tower to watch
for enemy attacks. Presently this
building is in a state of ruins. There
is also a water reservoir in the premise
that supplies fresh water throughout
the year. The forts of Rajmachi and
Prabalgad can be viewed from the summit. |
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Duration & Trek Date
| Duration |
One day |
| Date |
7 July, 13 July |
| Leaving Date & Time |
Panvel station
| 7.15
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| Level
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Easy - Medium |
| Height
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1440 feet ASL
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| Type |
Hill Fort |
| Best Time
to Visit |
Throughout the year from
January - December you can visit but July - March is Best season |
| How to Reach |
By
road:12
km from Panvel station its on Mumbai Goa
Highway. Regular Buses
from panvel ST Depot for Alibag, Pen you
can get down karnala Bird Sanctuary stop.
Autos and taxi also available but cost
you more
By rail: From Panvel
Karnala has One main entry
points: Nirgudpada |
| Motto |
Safety, Trek,
Teamwork, Adventure, Enjoyment, Exploration
and Conservation |
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Trek cost
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Rs.550/-* |
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Non _ Members |
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Rs.
650/-* |
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| Package Inclusive* |
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Panvel Travel by Pvt Taxi/ Tumtum |
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Tea and Breakfast, Lunch |
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All personal expenses |
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Any kind of insurance coverage |
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Personal Car Parking |
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Itinerary For The Tour
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07.15m
Meeting point at Panvel Station
07.20 am Travel By pvt. Vehicle to karnala
07.45 am Forest Entry and briefing round of
introduction,
08.00 am Enjoy breakfast
08.30 am start the trek
10.30 am Reach the Karnala top & rest
10.45 am Explore Karnala
11.15 am Games
01.15 am Start Decending
02.45 pm Have lunch and spend blissful time
03.30 pm Explore Karnala base enjoy waterfall
river
04.30 pm Start return journey to Panvel
05.00 pm Reach Panvel Station
05:15 pm Board train / Bus for respective
places
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Things To Carry
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to Do/Carry |
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Water bottle at least minimum
1 or more |
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Camera (Optional), Cell Phone must |
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Some ready to eat food. Cakes, Biscuits
etc |
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Medicines as required |
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Extra Pair of clothes and towel |
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Good trekking shoes or Canvas shoes |
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Rain cheater / Poncho for those who don’t
want to wet |
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Advise to wear Track pant and T-shirt |
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| Things
to avoid |
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Wearing Gold and other
ornaments |
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Sandals / Slippers |
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Alcohol / Cigarette |
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Plastic Bag (if need protection
from water) |
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Wearing Shorts, thin and tight cloths |
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Hand Bags |
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Overload bag and things |
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How To Register
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Minimum Two day's
advance booking mandatory for hassle free
travel |
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Kindly mail Us (trek@mymeraindia.com) /call us ( +91 77189 80081 - 82 ) for seat availability & cost |
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For Registration to book your seat Click Here |
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Kindly make the payment either bank deposit or online transfer |
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Cost in INR valid for Indian
Nationals and for Foreigner's Trekker/Tourist please call/mail us for cost &
booking |
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*The cost for per person |
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*The Cost may change if any
change in Govt fees/park fees. |
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Be in touch with us for more information |
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Terms & Conditions
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Email/sms Confirmation
is compulsory with payment for booking |
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Registration will be on ‘FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS’ only. |
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My Mera India reserves the
right to change/modify or terminate the
offer any time at its own discretion and
without any prior notice. |
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Kindly obey / follow the Tour/Team leader instructions |
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Print and leave a copy of this mail at home, with a friend or relative or inform about the event in case of Emergency. |
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If your friends/relatives coming with you on the trek please do inform them about the trek Rules above. We all are going for an adventurous and interesting trekking expedition, please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC or LEISURE TOUR, There will be ample of enjoyment but not at the cost of discipline. |
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We
all are going for an adventurous/expedition
and interesting trekking /expedition,
please Do Not misinterpret it as a PICNIC
or LEISURE TOUR, There will be ample of enjoyment
but not at the cost of discipline. |
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Rock Climbing, Rappelling, Trekking or any adventure activity is potentially risky. For all these events you are at your own risk. Organizers are not responsible for any mishaps/accidents during the program. Or compensation in whatsoever manner. |
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Who Can Take Part
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Anyone
can Join the trek/expedition (Filling up proper infomation
form and payment) |
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It
doesn’t matter if you’re male
or female you're alone or in group no issue
you can join the tour without any tension
and fear. |
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Minor
can join tour with proper permission from
their home. |
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Do's & Don'ts
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Do's |
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- Carry clothes that will help
you camouflage with the surroundings.
- Always carry original identity
proof.
- Follow strict timings as given
by your team leader to avoid delay in
any activities and groupevents.
- Enjoy nature and surrounding
area in the jungle while you in trek/expedition
with your group.
- Always keep your phone on silent
or airplane mode when entering trek/expedition.
- Also carry extra batteries,
memory cards for camera
- Option to Carry Sunscreen (fragrance-free).
- Always remain in group
- Your guide/mentor/leader know
the area inside the routes better than
anyone, so do co-operate with
them.
- Always respect your local
and their knowledge about the routes during
the trek/expedition.
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Don'ts |
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- Do not litter in forest and
surrounding areas.
- Do not throw anything in the route.
- Do not wear brightly colored
clothes or apply any kind of perfumes
or deodorants.
- Never feed any animals.
- Do not play any loud music in
vicinity of the trek/expedition area.
- Do not argue with any person
like forest guards, guides, locals or
even travellers from another group
during the trek/expedition.
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Groups
/ Corporates / Institutes Enquiry
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We
also organize special Trek, adventure
activies, leadership activies, Team work
workshop for group
/ Corporates / Institutes |
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We also organize
special trek for group / Corporate / Institute |
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Bank Details
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| Bank
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| Bank Name |
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Union Bank of India |
| Account Name |
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MY MERA INDIA |
| Account No. |
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582201010050456 |
| IFS Code |
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UBIN0558222 |
| Account Type |
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Current |
| Branch |
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Ghatkopar |
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