» Visapur Fort – A Trekkers Paradise
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This Visapur Fort is located to the east of Lohagad fort and it has a huge plateau surrounding it. The fort is famous for its protective walls with intricate designs. It is 3500 feet high and situated between Lohagad and Bhaje Caves. These walls and designs have remained in good shapes even after facing centuries of torrential rains. The fort guard’s residence in the forest at the center is in ruins.
Visapur Fort is popular fort for trekkers and can be in a day from Pune, Maharashtra. Trekking to Visapur Fort requires basic fitness and the success of the trip surely depends of some of the very natural factors like climatic conditions, your physical condition, and lastly the physical terrain. |
A huge cannon of almost 10 feet long is on the fort which is very vital as it has an impression of royal crown.
One can see Purandar on south-east. Sinhagad as well as Tung and Tikona can also be clearly seen. Both these forts are of Satwaahan Era and of great importance in Shivaji's period as to keep watch on Konkan and Bor Ghat. These two forts are historically very crucial and must be visited by trek lovers and history lovers.
Visapur Fort Trek Details
- Grade: Medium
- Height: approx. 3400 ft
- Location: Off Mumbai Pune Highway near Malavli around 15 km drive from Lonavala.
- Travel Time: Around 3 hours from Mumbai
- Terrain: Hilly Terrain; Non-technical mountain climbing & trekking through rough terrain in monsoon conditions
Essentials:
- Wear comfortable full cotton casual top and full cotton trouser.
- Wear good rubber-soled shoes.
Back Pack Essentials:
- » Sunhat & Sun glasses with retainers
- » Waterproof Sunscreen lotion & Water Protection Gear
- » Water bottle with water (minimum 3 lts per person, per day)
- » Towel, Toilet Paper & kit
- » Personal Photo Identity (Compulsory)
- » Personal Medication (if any)
- » Camera with sufficient batteries and film / memory cards (optional)
- » Binoculars (optional)
- »(Dry bags / Poncho)
- » Mosquito Repellent (optional)
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