Gagangad
Fort
Gagangad
Gagangad Fort, located in Gaganbawada tehsil of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra, was built in 1190 and is nestled in the dense rainforests of the Western Ghats about 55 km from Kolhapur city.
The fort is historically significant, originally constructed to protect two important trade routes through Karul Ghat and Bhuibawada Ghat and later part of the Maratha Empire under Shivaji Maharaj. It sits atop a hill at an elevation of around 2,090 feet, offering scenic views of deep valleys and surrounding villages.
The fort complex includes temples like the Mahadev temple and the Gagangiri Maharaj math, related to the Nath Sampraday saint Gagangiri Maharaj who meditated in caves here, making it a pilgrimage site for devotees. The terrain involves a one-hour walk from the base to the top, making it a peaceful destination blending history, spirituality, and nature.
The fort has architectural remains such as bastions, ramparts, and samadhis, reflecting its strategic and cultural importance through centuries.
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