Fort Shivgad
Location : 85 km west from Kolhapur.
Base Village : Dajipur.
Height: 728 meter from sea level.
Brief History: Shivgad fort named mention in one of the letter on 1800th century. Intention of letter is that, increasing security on the fort of attack possibilities of Herekar Sawant (Chief of Sawantwadi) and mention the Letter on 1839th century an appointment of the Amrutrav Pratinidhi and his fifteen fighter’s cause of Shivgad fort security.
Shivgad isLocated at Ghonsari, Phondaghat, Dajipur Wild Life Sanctuary. This magnificent fort beckons adventurous tourists and mountaineers. Since the terrain and peaks of this region meets Asia’s largest known biodiversity for flora and fauna Dajipur Indian Gaur Sanctuary, the view of the area surrounding the fort is a major attraction here. Kasarde Salva Mountains, Gagangad are clearly visible from this fort. Goddess Bhavanimata’s Temple remains of some imposing structures. People can enjoy Indian Gaur Wildlife Sanctuary.
What to see:
- Sati shila.
- Bhavani Temple.
- Ugwai Devi Temple.
- Old natural basin made by waterfall.
- Kurli Dam.
Where to stay:
Not available food and residence in this fort. Nearest place to stay is Dajipur.
Only trackers and hikers are going to this place.