Pratapgad - Pratapgad fort near Mahabaleshwar - point near Mahabaleshwar

Pratapgad

Pratapgad fort was the glorious backdrop for Shivaji's legendary battle against Afzhal Khan in 1656, when Shivaji used tiger claws to rip open his opponent's belly. It is a strategically located fort in Satara and known more now for its proximity, to the popular tourist destination Mahableshwar. Pratapgad fort is considered to be the highest point of the range and is graced with a 360 view of the surrounding places

Monsoons are an ideal time to visit Pratapgad fort. From Mahabaleshwar An hour's drive down brings the visitor to Ambenali a small hamlet within the limits of Kumbhrosi village. Ponies are available. It takes a few minutes of easy to the fort gateway. On passing the gateways, the outwork of Abdulla's tower lies to the right while the path to the upperfort is on the left. The temple of Bhavani is on the eastern side of the lower fort. Outside the Bhavani temple is a leaden covering put up by the Satara Raja Pratapsinh. The best months range from June through October, although winter in the region stretches up to February. It is also excellent for day's excursion from Mahableshwar.

Bhavani temple is a leaden covering put up by the Satara Raja Pratapsinh. The best months range from June through October, although winter in the region stretches up to February. It is also excellent for day's excursion from Mahableshwar.