Maharashtra is a state with a rich history. The Mughals and Marathas owned a lot of land here and built some of the most iconic and magnificent buildings and forts here. Most of the forts in Maharashtra were built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and his Maratha Empire. They include some stunning forts that stand proudly in Maharashtra. Let’s take a look at all majestic forts in Maharashtra that you must visit.
1. Sinhagad Fort Location: Thoptewadi Located close to the city of Pune, the Sinhagad Fort gets its name from the Marathi word Lion. One of the more popular forts in Maharashtra, Sinhagad Fort is believed to have been conquered by Tanaji Malusare’s brother from the Mughals. At the fort, you will see a few old stables that were believed to have been used by the Maratha army to keep their horses. There is also a memorial built in honour of Tanaji Malusare, a brave Maratha warrior. Inside the ruins of the fort also lies the tomb of Rajaram Chhatrapati and a small temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. 2. Rajgad Fort Location: Balekilla Road The Rajgad Fort, Pune was built on the Murumbadevi Dongar Hills in the Sahyadris range. It was the first capital of Shivaji Maharaj and is also believed to be the place where Shivaji’s wife, Saibai, spent her last few days. Inside the Rajgad fort lie the ruins of palaces, caves and a few water cisterns. The Rajgad Fort near Pune is a popula...