PHOTOS: 7 Must-Visit Forts Near Pune

By: Jagruti | November 30, 2023

Among Pune's forts, the Rajgad is famous among trekkers. It showcases the impressive history of the Maratha Empire's capital over 26 years.

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Purandar Fort, 50 km from Pune, the birthplace of Sambhaji Maharaj, holds historical importance in Shivaji Maharaj's battles against Adil Shahi, the Mughals, and the Bijapur Sultanate.

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Shivneri Fort, near Junnar in Pune district, Maharashtra, India, is an ancient military stronghold and the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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Raigad is a fort in the Raigad district and it was the capital of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's Empire. Located at over 120 km distance from Pune.

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Pratapgad, a mountain fort lies 24 kilometres from Mahabaleshwar. Its historical importance stems from the battle where Shivaji Maharaj killed Bijapur Sultanate's Afzal Khan.

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Lohagad was initially employed by Shivaji Maharaj for imprisoning captives. It is located near Lonavala and 52 km northwest of Pune.

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Sinhagad, once 'Kondhana,' is located at 25 km from Pune, it witnessed the valour of Tanaji Malusare. Posthumously, Shivaji Maharaj renamed it "Sinhagad," lamenting the loss of a lion.

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