Purandar Fort in Pune

Best place for one day trek..Timing : 10 to 3.30 pm.Ample space for parking.No mobile phones are allowed for treak.Carry your original ID proof while visiting.Otherwise entry is not allowed.

Scenic Place, very well maintained roads till the top, ample space for parking bothe 2 wheelers and 4 wheelers. Only negative thing is "IT IS NOT PET FRIENDLY". The Army staff is strict about their (ambigiousrules but the problem is those are not specified anywhere and they had confusion even anongst themselves. While one Sentry was allowing us in with our Pet just asking us to be very carefull on the trek as there are Stray Dogs inside which may attack the Pets. The other Sentry just opposed and said Dogs were not allowed. While i was requesting to understand my "practical problem" and let me in atleast till car park so that i could sit with my Pet in the car i shade, their boss who was issuing entry tickets took offense on the word "practical problem" and started yelling at me for no reason. Tempers flared and there were heated exchange of words (but with respectful to the armyhe was adamant to his grounds and didnt let me and my Pet in. I dont understand while Strat dogs can be allowed inside why are not well groomed, vaccinated and trained pets? Army staff should be more polite with Civilians and make their rules clear with instructions on main gate so that there are no arguments. Making a civilian and his pet wait outside main gate in bare sunloght for 2 hours till others returned from trek is not Polite. That too when the place is of historical importance. Reducing one star just for this one bitter experience.

The fort is well maintained by the Indian army, the fort is open from 11 am to 4 pm, at the summit there is a shiv mandir which is clean and well maintained, during the trail you wont find any eatery shop so make sure you carry water and food with you. Near the parking lot there is only one earty shop.The fort has an excellent museum depicting Chatrapati Sambhaji maharaj live and also beautiful pictures of different forts from swarajya.

Birth place of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaja and also other historical incidents happened here.Fort is totally under control of Army due to which there is entry time limit from 10:00 AM to 04:00 PM. If you arrive early then you need to wait till the 10:00 AM oustide the entry gate. Every one needs to carry there Government id proof Aadhar/Pan/Driving license, etc. At the point from starting trek, mobile phones are collected and token is been provided. No mobiles phones are allowed.Nice place to visit for both individual and family, well maintained.

This place is good for short break from Pune City. Its almsot 50 kms from PCMC. You can go either through mum-blr highway or through aaswad depnding upon your location.Note that the fort is under Millitary control. Hence entry only permitted for fixed time. During my visit in September 2022 timing was 10 am to 3:30 pmCameras and Phore are not allowed inside. They have kept in safe custody of ArmyThere is a 40-50 mins trekking to mahadev temple situated at the highest point .At the foot hill there is a small museum dedicated to Sambhaji Mahraj is there where you can learn about different forts and life of Sambhaji Mahraj

Beautiful fort with amazing views. This fort is under the control and management of the Indian Army. So identify cards are needed for entry. Vehicles are checked and laptops etc devices not allowed. 2 wheelers need to be parked outside the main gate and 4 wheelers can be parked inside. There is a washroom near the parking. Mobile phones need to be deposited before the climb up the fort begins. The climb takes 45 minutes to reach the top and it is difficulty level 5 out of 10 when its not raining. A walking stick will be suggested. There are no food or water facilities on the fort, just a small joint after the parking spot. The views from the top are breathtaking. A small museum also has good variety for history lovers.

Awesome place, first of all please be clear that the fort area is under army control so its has some fix timing for civilians entry..its 10 AM to 3 PM, after 3 PM they wont give entry as its army so discipline at its best, and so the unlike the other fort its very neat & clean...so for that must appreciate army for that...salute :)Also inside there is only one small tarpri/food place once you enter inside ..and that serve poha, vada pav, jhunka-bhakri, misal pav, sabudana khichdi, Kanda bajji, poori-bhaji as main items. So if you want to eat anything just have it before trakking or else you will get after that only as there is nothing at top.Also just before start trakking you need to submit your phone,camera etc. So best part is you are away from all you gadgets while in whole trakking :, its easy to moderate trak...In rainy season its bit moderate I would say and bit risky sort..also at top you will get bit ruins of fort ..post that there is way for shiv mandir which is really a good tiring trak adventure of this place...a must go. You need to return by same route then...and then you can take your mobile back and visit a museum which is started in feb-2021 only ..to see all historical importance of all forts in Maharashtra.Overall its a good trakkking experience for 3-4 hours purandar fort..a must visit and very well maintained fort.

Open at 10 am and close 4 pm.In the fort mobile, camera are not allowed.Mobile and other equipment are collected by Gard which present in to the fort .Most beautiful place 😍😍.Nature is awesome.

Historical place at Purandar near Pune, Maharashtra.It’s a place to have peace of mind. And also this place is managed by army and there is also military training centre of Defence Force, so it is very positive and clean place.The Purandar Fort is a popular tourist destination. Due to rainy season, there are lots of greenery and birds.

It was a very nice experience. Timing for the fort is 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. You can click beautiful photos from the fort.

Nice place to visit during monsoon. It is almost occupied by defence for training purpose. It houses a museum and a small but beautiful walkway. There are two routes one from saswad and other from pune-banglore highway. The road to fort is good and maintained. The hiking route is closed as the entry is controlled through main gate where each person is checked before entering fort. The fort is open to public from 10am onwards.

Fort is well maintained by army, its a small fort but trek till shiv tample on the top is very nice and also view from top is superb, only thing is that u cant click pics from top as you need to submit your phone/camera before starting trek to top, which is understood as it is army base station.

No Words...One of the best place I have ever visited. This fort is very well maintained and its under control of India Army.🪖⛳⛳

Amazing experience always visiting this place during monsoon...This place has big time historical value in Maharashtras history and anyone who visiting it must adhere to the discipline

Best place to visit in mansoon. But it opens very late around 10AM because of military camp. Photography not allowed from check post where fort trek starts

Now on the purndare fort army camp is there so there are many restrictions on visitors.Nature is very good and best time to visit is in August month

Very beautiful in rainy season. And very crowdy as well, at least on sundays.We reached army check post around noon, and by that time it was already crowded.But parking and crowd is very well managed by army guys.One person needs to get down at checkpost with id cards and car needs to be parked 100-200m inside from check post.After around 500-600m you will reach a point where you are supposed to deposit mobile phones, they will give you a token in return. Just beside this there is a way to go to top of the fort. Its around 170m climb from this point and around 1.5kms trek.On the top there is kedareshwar temple. After 2.30pm they were not allowing to go up, but people can roam around and visit museum.For navigation, rather than putting Purander fort on map, put "Army Training Camp purander" .

Please go first Narayanpur and the go Purandar fort. If you go through Google Map you reach another side of fort and Indian Army not allowed entry from that side.

Purandar fort is military regulated where you cant carry any mobile or camera so no photography, there is no fort only trekking and at the top there is one Mandir of lord Shiva, however the view is mesmerizing, we went during rainy days so our downhill was full of rain and beautiful views to enjoy

One of the best fort in the outskirts of Pune. This fort is maintained by Indian Army. Because of that cleanliness is there. They do check identity card while entering. So, carry one while you visit. Best time to visit is during monsoon season. You will be mesmorised by the greenery and surroundings.

Purandar Fort is a mountain fort in Pune district in Western Indian state of Maharashtra, India. The fort stands at 4,472 ft (1,390 mabove the sea level in the Western Ghats, 50 km to the southeast of Pune.The twin forts of Purandar and Vajragad (or Rudramalof which the latter is the smaller of the two, is located on the eastern side of the main fort. The village of Purandar takes its name from this fort. It is the birthplace of Sambhaji.The fort has two distinct levels. The lower part of Purandar is called the machi. North of the machi is a flat area where the cantonment and hospital was housed.There are many temples dedicated to Purandareshwar (the forts patron god, from which it also takes its nameand Sawai Madhavrao Peshwa here. There is a statue of Murarbaji Deshpande, the commander (killedarof the fort who gave up his life in order to protect the fort from the Mughals. The northern part of the machi has a low fall with several bastions and an imposing gate with two towers.From the lower level of the machi, a staircase leads to the upper level called Ballekilla. The first structure of the Ballekilla that comes into view is the Dilli Darwaja (Delhi Gate). This area also houses an ancient Kedareshwar (Shivatemple. The BALLEKILLA is also surrounded by steep drop on three sides.The Purandar Fort is a popular tourist destination and is also used by the National Cadet Corps academy for training purposes. The fort is a hotspot for paragliders and trekkers.

One of the fort of Maratha Empire. You must visit this fort. This fort has Indian Army base camp. Carry Id proof with you. Mobile phones are not allowed after certain point. Photography devices are also not allowed.

Purandar fort is a glorious Maratha castle from the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Maratha Empire – the great Chatrapati Sambhaji was born here. Purandar fort encompassed by lavish greenery. Awesome Place to Visit. You Feel the Greenery and positive energy.⚠️ Need to Carry your identity 🆔 Proof for the entry.You get without mobile Life for two-three hours 😜 need to submit your Phone at check Post.

I love this place. I dont know why it is not popular. Gives feels of matheran. This fort came under army area. Need to submit camera and phones. So will not allowed to click photos while trekking.

Amazing fort. Best time to visit is during indian monsoons (June, July, Aug, Sept). Covered in mist.The fort is under army supervision, so carry identity cards.Washroom is also good near thr parking, especially for women.They regulate the traffic and unruly teens. It is a one hour climb from parking .The fort closes at 3pm as you need to plan getting down the hill or mountain. No photography allowed in the fort., have to deposit the mobiles with the army counter... Around 60 kms from Pune, start early. The fort is landmark for the bravery of lieutenants ( Deshpande)under King Shivaji.

The Birth place of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, now also a millitary training centre of Defence forces. You can go trekking with obeying all defence rules and regulations. Mobile phones are not allowed in the trek premises. Also visit the newly opened Museum of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj.

Best place to visit. Its experience amazing. Road in construction so its become little bit difficult to drive 4 wheeler. I go in rain so tracking a little bit difficult because of slippery pathways but it is not much dangerous. Once you reach on the top its feel like a way to heaven.one thing is we have to submit the all gadgets at basement so that everyone is enjoying the nature only. Carry your ID proof with you while visiting there.

Since the fort has army camp the gates open at 10 am. You need to carry ID proof which is mandatory.NOTE: Laptops, drones, binoculars, camera (dlsr, gopro, etcare not allowed from the main gate itself. At the point where the actual trek start there is an army store where you will have to submit your mobile phone. Trek ends at a small and beautiful shiva temple.

Please plan your travel do considering check in time required by the army. Due to army centre sometimes cars not allowed on the fort and you have to walk 7km to reach at the bottom of the fort.

Birth place of Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj , easily accessible by pvt vehicles form Pune and Saswad. People visiting by two wheeler recommended to carry two helmets to avoid walk of almost 1 - 1½ kms.

The views are good but there is only one food stall. Dont miss the trail to the Kedareshwar Mahadev.

I have visited yesterday on dated 16 th April on 4.05 pm but it was closed on so please reach thier before 3.30 then only you will get entry. You required any identical proof for entry.This fort is known to birthday place of Chatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. And you can see very good locations from this fort.

Very nice fort. Good road. Timing are only 10:00 am to 4:00pm. visit after the rain.

This is Purandar Fort, one of the great historical place. Currently it is under Indian Army, but it is open for public. Yoh should have ID proof to enter inside.

Purandar fort has a great historical references even from the Ramayana’s time. It was told that when Hanuman was travelling with Dronagiri mountain some part of it fall down on the earth and then after it is known as Purandar and Vajra fort. The Putandar fort is now under military surveillance due to military training camps. Everyone need to carry their photo id proof and through checking conducted at the fort entrance. There are not much monuments on the fort however few temples are still on good condition. At the entrance there is a statue of Veer Murar Baji Deshpande who was a great maratha warrior. Fort also famous for the birth place of Chattrapati Sambhaji Raje (son of Chattrapati Shivaji Raje). One can also visit the museum at the fort which is well maintained and gives knowledge about various forts and pictorial life story of Chattrapati Shambhu Raje. Roads are very good and allows to reach almost at the top of fort.

Actually This Fort is gem of our area But I dont understand why people dont visit here.There is not very much to see here but as a Maratha history lover you never get boar because this place is historically important.There is good vegetation cover, well road network, we have army support in emergency, there are some fortification elements for understand defence. There are some beautiful tropical landforms.

This fort has a habit of being closed😂.. i have been shown the out way 2 times by the army posted there.. but now it is completely open for tourists.. extremely well maintained fort with a museum dedicated to Chhatrapati sambhaji maharaj , a statue of Murarbaji Deshpande, a kedareshwar temple for shivbhakts.. The museum was truly a surreal experience..

Well-maintained, clean paths. No food or water available on the fort. A small canteen before the fort ascent begins serves beverages and snacks. Need to carry photo ID and vaccine certificate for entry.

One of the most famous forts in Maharashtra. Went here with our group and we enjoyed a lot. You will got such a positive vibes at the top of the fort. At the upside, there is a temple, such a simple and beautiful temple. Here is a army camp for observation and you cn also see musium here which gives all the information about various forts in Maharashtra

5 star for the historical importance to this place. But as a fort very few things are left to see. A great tracking experience can be get.

One of the best Fort for enjoy with children.For adults both covid-19 dose certificate is must at check-post. Entry start at morning 10.

Very Nice and safe place to visit, always carry Govt. ITS while visiting as they are needed.6km trek. Its the highest point in the nearby territory.

Big heads up if you are traveling by two wheeler take helmet for both driver and passenger and remember that fort closes around 4 and you require good amount of time to climb to peak of that fort.We reached late so we didnt opt for climb.Check attached images from base camp.

Beautiful Place to visit . Visit hrs limited to 10am to 4pm. Entry registration starts at 10am n last visit entry till 3:30pm.Plan your visit accordingly. Trek of 1km to reach at the top.Do carry Identity card for entry.

Really Awesome place for weekend trip with family and great place for trekking. One must visit to enjoy the weather.

I along with three other people went to this fort. And my experience was quite good considering the visit. First of all, ,if you are planning to visit this fort, then make sure to be an early bird. We reached this fort in the afternoon at around 2 oclock and we couldnt make it to the top just because of the closure timings of the fort. Because of the military presence, they people dont allow you to climb the fort after 2:30 and they will repeatedly remind you of the exit timing that is 3:30. So if you are reading this and planning to visit this fort I would suggest you to visit in the early morning so that you can experience it all. And things which are mandatory- your original photo id proof and vaccination certificate. They will ask you at the time of entry. They will give you cheat after entry, make sure to not loose it or misplace it. They take it back at the time of exit. If you are carrying camera it is not allowed. Keep it in your vehicle or else they will keep your camera bag in there custody and will return it to you while exiting. Because there is military presence they have re constructed the lower part and it feels so good and refreshing over there. Thats all about it. I am adding some photos which I took from my mobile, enjoy it.

This monument is recently opened for public post COVID lockdown. Visiting timings are between 10 am to 4 pm. Fort is under control of Indian Army and one need not photoshoot the training facility of Army. Newly erected Vandansthal of Sambhaji Raje is very well constructed and add charm to the ambience of the Fort. Highest point on fort can be reached with trek of 1 hour, which is undoubtedly must do on your visit to this Fort..Also note that visitors with 4 wheelers will get parking place inside fort on courtesy of Indian Army. Bike riders with helmet will also get parking inside fort. Bikers without helmet need to park bike outside gates of Fort.Jai Shivaji.. Jai Sambhaji.. Jai Hind

One of the well maintained fort as it is under army.Open to visitors between 9 am to 4 pm. But you need adhar card and vaccine certificate (fully vaccinatedto enter the fort from army check point. There is no other entry point.You can show digital copy, xerox or photo of documents mentioned. For kids only adhar is required.You can take your vehicle past the checkpoint but only few 100 meters upto parking. For bikes you need helmets for both rider and pillion. Otherwise you can park vehicle outside and walk upto parking! Its just 10 mins.From there its trek upto peak - kedareshwar temple. Other thing to visit is Sambhaji Vandanalay- small museum with sambhaji maharaj statue and photos exhibition of various forts in maharashtra.You can buy food items from village at the base just before the ghat road starts. There is also a small shop cum canteen inside fort near the start point of trek. You can get snacks, tea, water bottle etc.Washrooms and drinking water available alongside trek.

Beautiful place , fortunate it is so clean and maintained.. kids and elderly can take walk easily .. fresh air .. helpful army .. timing is 9am to 5 pm( but it gets close around 4pm due to security concern).

Purandar fort- All age people can travel. 7km away from main road. 7km road is also good maintained. Parking facility available. We visited on W1 Oct21,that time entry closed for fort by Army. If interested in fort only, then crosscheck and go. Nice hotels/snacks point available on main road.