Hadsar

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Hadsar Fort
Pune district, Maharashtra
Hadsar fort
Hadsar Fort
Coordinates	19°16′13.1″N 73°48′09.3″E / 19.270306°N 73.802583°E / 19.270306; 73.802583
Type	Hill fort
Height	3200 feet
Site information
Owner	Government of India
Open to the public	Yes
Condition	Ruins
Site history
Built	Satvahan Era
Materials	Stone

Hadsar fort is among the many forts in Junnar region of Pune district which were meant for protection of the ancient commercial trade route from Mawal region to Kalyan via Naneghat. There is a marvelous sculpture design of the bastion and the fort entrance, which is not seen elsewhere. They are all carved from a single rock.

History

It is believed that this

The Hadsar fort is near the Village Hadsar. Hadsar village is located 13  km North-West of Junnar. From the village, there are two paths to reach the fort top. The easiest way is from the southern side, which passes through the main gate. the other way is from the northern side of the Fort. There is a rock path of 20feet high to climb. There are rock-cut holds and thrust to rely upon, but is a very difficult yet thrilling experience. The help of experts with climbing apparatus and ropes should be taken while climbing. A night halt can be made in the Mahadev village. The route to the village Hadsar is shared in the link.

Gallery

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  The northern climbing way
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  The mahadev temple
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  The main entrance
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  The water cistern on the fort
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  Hadsar fort Hanuman
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  Hadsar fort- Monolithic Stone carved gate
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  Hadsar fort stone gate
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  Hadsar fort Steps carved in stones

References

See also

• Junnar
• List of forts in Maharashtra
• Naneghat