Sinhagad
Fort is located 4300 feet above sea level, on the Sahyadri Hills. It is a
strategic fort, carefully selected for its proximity to the settlement of Pune,
allowing control over important trade routes and offering protection behind its
safe walls in times of need. Originally called Kondana, it was renamed the Lion
Fort in honour of Shivaji’s trusted aide Tanaji Malusare who lost his life in a
daring raid on the fort.
The summer months (March-June) are too hot to visit Sinhagad, but all other seasons offer great opportunities for a day outdoors. In September-October just after the rains, the hills are carpeted in green, and very scenic. From November through February, the craggy black rock contrasts beautifully with yellow hay and the weather is simply perfect. The monsoon season begins in June, and it is then that the Sahyadris become truly magical, with beautiful waterfalls and lush foliage. Trekkers from Mumbai and Pune head for the Sahyadris to see the hills come alive in the rains.
Panshet is a pleasant tranquil lake created in the 1950’s by the building of a dam. It supplies drinking water to Pune, and is a popular getaway for residents of Pune.
The summer months (March-June) are too hot to visit Sinhagad, but all other seasons offer great opportunities for a day outdoors. In September-October just after the rains, the hills are carpeted in green, and very scenic. From November through February, the craggy black rock contrasts beautifully with yellow hay and the weather is simply perfect. The monsoon season begins in June, and it is then that the Sahyadris become truly magical, with beautiful waterfalls and lush foliage. Trekkers from Mumbai and Pune head for the Sahyadris to see the hills come alive in the rains.
Panshet is a pleasant tranquil lake created in the 1950’s by the building of a dam. It supplies drinking water to Pune, and is a popular getaway for residents of Pune.
The
fort forms an important part of training received by cadets at the nearby
National Defence Academy at Khadakwasla. These cadets can be seen attempting
hikes and runs from NDA to Sinhagad in their complete battle gear in order to
improve their stamina and prepare them for battle.
Also
present inside the fort is a TV tower for transmitting broadcasting signals.
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