Lohagad
and Visapur Forts are situated atop an extraordinary
hill near Malavali, 52 km away from Pune. These forts
were built in the 18th century. A 1 km long ridge separates
the two forts. These forts are regarded to be ideal
for trekking and can be toured in a day from Pune.
Visapur fort, which is 3,500 feet in height, is situated
between Lohagad and Bedse Caves. A huge cannon of 10
feet in length feet is the main attraction of Visapur,
as it has an impression of royal crown.
Lohagad, which is 3,400 feet high, is a very wide stretch
fort. Ganesh Darwaja, Narayan Darwaja, Hanuman Darwaja
and Maha Darwaja are the four doors to Lohagad from
the nearby village. A few sculptures are still visible
on Maha Darwaja. |