About Ratangad
Ratangad Fort is one of the most treasured forts of Shivaji Maharaj who conquered it from the Mughals. Ratangad Fort is located in Ratanwadi, Maharashtra and it is around 200 decades old. The beauty of Ratangad Fort and the scenic views of Kalasubai peak, AMK Peak & Ajoba Peak.
Ratangad is the origin of River Pravara, which is also known as Amrutvahini. The ancient temple called Amruteshwar temple is also in the vicinity of Ratangad. Ratangad Fort has many wells and four gates, called Ganesh, Hanuman, Konkan, and Trimbak.
The literal meaning of the name Ratangad is a place full of jewels. Ratangad Fort lives fully up to its name as some regard it as a little paradise. Ratangad Fort has so much to offer to the visitors. Right from the historical links where it was the most cherished possession of king Shivaji Maharaj to its association with the temple Amruteshwar Ratangad Fort become the place of reverence and respect.
About Amruteshwar Temple
The Amruteshwar Temple is a 1200-year-old intricately carved Shiv temple nestling in the quaint town of Ratanwadi in Maharashtra. The Shilahara dynasty built this beautiful Temple in the around 9th century CE. This is one of King Jhanj’s 12 Shiva temples.
The Amruteshwar Temple was built in the Hemadpanthi architectural style, and the main shrine shows lovely rock carvings. The construction has been done using black and red stones. The temple’s ceiling and walls are detailed with some truly impressive murals. A mandapa with 12 pillars can also be seen here. All of the pillars are beautifully carved with statues and flowers. The temple is in Ratanwadi village, which is basically the base village for the popular Ratangad Fort.
The Amruteshwar temple is carved in black stone and is an excellent starting point for all of the Shiva pilgrims and explorers. Each portion of the temple is wonderfully carved so much so that you will lose your soul to it. The various stone sculptures of gods and goddesses adorn the entrance and pillars.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Depart from Pune/Mumbai
Depart from Pune in Private Vehicle as per the group size.
Route & Pickup Point for Pune:
- • Pickup point – Meet at Ch. Shivajinagar Near Lokmangal Maharashtra Bank at 10:30 PM.
- • Multiple on route pickup point available.
- • Route will be Ch. Shivajinagar –> Aundh – Jagtap Dairy – Kokane Chowk – Nashik Phata – Bhosari – Bari Village (Kalsubai).
Route & Pickup Point for Mumbai:
- • Catch 08:44 PM Fast Local from CSMT to Kasara & reach Kasara.
- • 8:44PM CSMT –> 8:51PM Byculla – 8:58PM Dadar – 09:07PM Kurla – 09:11PM Ghatkopar – 09:22PM Mulund – 09:26PM Thane – 09:42PM Dombivali – 09:52PM Kalyan – 09:57PM Shahad – 10:00PM Ambivli – 10:06PM Titwala – 10:13PM Khadavli – 10:20PM Vasind – 10:26PM Asangao – 10:35PM Atgaon – 10:39PM Thansit – 10:45PM Khardi – 11:00PM Kasara.
- • Our trek leader will meet you near station.
- 11:45PM - Leave for Base Village.
Day 2:
Reach Base Village & Start Trek
Reach Base Village & Start Trek
- • 03:00AM – Reach Base Village.
- • Freshen up and Start Trek.
- • 03:30AM – Start Trek.
- • 07:00AM – Reach the highest peak and watch magical sunrise.
- • 07:30AM – Breakfast at top.
- • 08:00AM – Start Descend.
- • 12:00PM – Reach Base village and have Lunch.
- • 02:30PM – Leave for Pune & Reach by 9 PM with full of Memories.
- • 02:30PM – Leave for Kasara by Jeep and then by local to Mumbai.
- • 05:00PM – Reach Kasara & take available local to Mumbai. (Arrival Time Depends on Pace of Group and Traffic)
Costs
| City |
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Sleeper Train Travel PP |
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| Pune & Mumbai |
₹22,499/-
Triple Sharing Room |
₹20,499/-
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| Pune & Mumbai |
₹24,499/-
Double Sharing Room |
₹22,499/-
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| Delhi |
₹17,499/-
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₹19,499/-
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Batches
Batch 1: 29 Sep - 09 Oct
Batch 2: 06 Oct - 16 Oct
Batch 3: 13 Oct - 23 Oct
Batch 4: 20 Oct - 30 Oct
Batch 5: 27 Oct - 6 Nov
Batch 6: 03 Nov - 13 Nov
Batch 7: 10 Nov - 20 Nov
Batch 8: 17 Nov - 27 Nov
Batch 9: 24 Nov - 04 Dec
Batch 10: 01 Dec - 11 Dec
Batch 11: 08 Dec - 18 Dec
Batch 12: 15 Dec - 25 Dec
Batch 13: 22 Dec - 01 Jan Christmas & NY Special
Batch 14: 24 Dec - 03 Jan Christmas & NY Special
Batch 15: 29 Dec - 08 Jan Christmas & NY Special
Inclusions
- Traveling from Pune to Pune & Mumbai to Mumbai.
- Toilet as per destination
- 1x Breakfast & Lunch. (Veg/Nonveg)
- Forest Department’s charges & Permits.
- Experienced crew throughout trek/tour
- Basic First Aid.
Exclusions
- Anything not mentioned in Inclusion..
