Tikona Fort (Vitandgad) (Lonavala)

 

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Tikona Fort (Vitandgad) (Lonavala)

 

LOCATION: 124 kms from Mumbai, 52 kms from Pune, 36 kms from Lonavala, 21 km from kamshet.

BEST TIME TO VISIT: September or you can travel any time throughout year.

Tikona Fort (Vitandgad)

Tikona Fort (Vitandgad) is pyramidal in shape and the name Tikona means "triangular". The fort is a trekking destination noted for the large doors, the temple of 'Trimbakeshwar Mahadev', seven water tanks (seven water tanks), and some Satvahan caves. Trek organisers also commend the views of Pavana dam and the nearby forts of Tung, Lohagad and Visapur. There is a good view of Pavana lake from the summit.

Fort Information:

Location Details : Tikona Fort (Vitandgad)

Base Village : Tikona Peth

Nearest Railway Station : Lonavala and Malavli

Fort Height : 3500 ft

Difficulty : Med - High

History:

Tikona Fort (Vitandgad) has a long and fascinating history that dates back many centuries. Located in the Pawana Maval region, the fort was originally built around the 7th or 8th century A.D. In 1585, Malik Ahmad Nizam Shah I of the Nizam Shahi dynasty captured Tikona Fort (Vitandgad). Later, in 1657, chhatrapati  Shivaji maharaj  took over the fort, along with others like Karnala, Lohgad, and Visapur, bringing the whole Konkan region under his controi.

The fort served as a key strategic point and the center of control for the Pawana Maval region. In 1660, the Dhamale family, Deshmukhs from the Maval region, were given the responsibility of protecting Tikona Fort (Vitandgad), and they held it for a long time. In 1665, following the Treaty of Purandar, the Mughal forces led by Kubad Khan attacked and took over the fort, but it was later recaptured by the Marathas.

In 1682, chhatrapati sambhaji maharaj met with Aurangzeb's son, Akbar, at Tikona Fort (Vitandgad). Although Akbar was initially supposed to stay at the fort, he was moved to jaitapur due to unsuitable weather. The fort's history also includes a brief battle in 1818 between the Maratha army and the British, before it was captured by the latter. Tikona Fort's rich history and strategic importance make it a fascinating place to explore and learn about.

How to reach Tikona Fort (Vitandgad):

 

By Road: Base Village for Tikona Fort (Vitandgad) is Tikona peth.

To reach Tikona Fort's base village (Tikona Peth) from Lonavala or Kamshet, you can take a bus or a shared rickshaw. From Lonavala, it's about 36 km, and from Kamshet, it's around 20 km. Buses from Kamshet to Tikona Peth are available hourly. 

By Train: Lonavala station which is around 36 kms and Kamshet is around 21 Km.

 

By Air: Pune airport which is around 52 kms.

 

Reference Link:

1.      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tikona

2.      https://explorewithsandeep.com/tikona-fort-perfect-weekend-getaway-pune/

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