My Mera India - Value of true smiles - Wildlife | Traveller | Adventure

TOURS

Sandhan Valley-Ratangad-Harishchandragad

Sandhan Valley -

Mountain , Nature, Valley, Challenge, Rappelling, Survival and Adventure Sandhan valley is known Wonder of nature & splendid of Sahyadri (Western Ghats) located on the west side of beautiful Bhandardara region, near Samrad village. Water carved valley of 200 ft deep and about 1.5 long. Brilliant & deep narrow rock floored ravine between the two high walls of mountain range. At some places its width is less than 3 ft so that at some places sun rays unable to reach. So it’s called valley of shadow.

Samrad The Village is surrounded with mighty Alang, Madan & Kulang (Known as AMK- toughest trek in Sahyadri) Ratangad, Ajoba & Kalsubai 5400 ft. highest peak in Maharashtra) mountain ranges. At the end of valley you get magnificent view of high cliffs & deep valleys.

Ratangad -

Ratan means Jewel in Hindi. This hill fort is indeed jewel in all the hill forts here in Sahyadri. It is located in the district of Ahmednagar and is located about 4255 feet above sea level. It lies in the Ajoba mountain range surrounded by great mountains of Kulang, Alang, Kalsubai, Katarabai, Ajoba and Ghanchakkar. Geographically Ratangad is at the banks of Bhandardara lake of Ahmednagar district. With views of lake and highest mountains in Sahyadris looks very much lost in time. At the base of this fort is ancient Lord Shiva (Amurteshwar) temple. About 1000 years old temple of Lord Shiva, the Amruteshwar Temple at Ratanwadi, is an absolute paragon of high class architecture
Ratangad has still the remains of fortress with bastions and stone walls. Water cisterns are usually filled with water throughout the year and trekkers use them as water source. Eastern side of the fort has some fortification left, one can see Rani mahal here. From the southern side on can see Katrabai and Ajoba fort very close

Harishchandragad -
Harishchandragad is a beautiful hill fort in the Ahmednagar district of India. Its history is linked with that of Malshej Ghat, kothale village and it has played a major role in guarding and controlling the surrounding region. Its a very popular trekking destination. The fort mountain along with, TOLAR KHIND, MALSHEJ GHAT offers a lot for trekkers. The main attraction here is the KONKAN KADA which offers a spectacular view of Konkan. During the rainy season you'd be walking in the clouds on this fort.

1. KEDARESHWAR CAVE - This temple is marvelous example of the fine art of carving sculptures out of stones that prevailed in ancient India. The river Mangal Ganga is said to originate from one of the tanks located close to the temple.
2. KONKAN KADA - A huge cliff at Harishchandragad which offers spectacular view of Konkan and also the sunset.
3. OTHER CAVES - There are many caves on this fort.
4. KEDARESHWAR CAVE: In this cave there is a Shivlinga which is surrounded by ice cold water. During rainy season this cave is not accessible as there's lot of water in the surrounding area.
5. TARAMATI PEAK: Also known as Taramanchi. This is the topmost point on the fort. It is the 2nd highest peak in Maharashtra. Leopards are seen in the forests beyond this peak. From here we can have a glimpse of the whole range of Naneghat and the forts near Murbad.

Duration & Trek Date

Duration Three day

Date 25-27 December, 2020

Leaving Date & Time 24 Deecember , 2020 night

Level : Medium -

Height : 4710 feet ASL (Approx)

Type Hill Fort

Best Time to Visit Throughout the year from January - December you can visit but July - March is Best season. Harishchandragad lies where the boundaries of Thane, Pune and Ahmednagar districts converge.

How to Reach By road: There is one route one can go from Igatpuri or kasara station via goti to Pachnai base village

By rail: From Kasara or Igatpuri ST Stand u take bus Pachnai or Pvt jeep

Motto Safety, Trek, Teamwork, Adventure, Enjoyment, Exploration and Conservation