Ajinkyatara Fort , Satara
About Ajinkyatara Fort
Nestled in the heart of Satara City, Ajinkyatara (Invincible Star) Fort gloriously rises from one of the mountains of the Sahayadri range; it can be seen from any part of the town. This goliath structure was created by Bhoj Raja II of Panhala during 1178 to 1193. One can witness a marvelous landscape of Satara city from this 3,300 feet high bastion. The fort was built in such tactical manner that one could keep an eye on the entire Southern side of the city. It has two major doorways, on the inside the fortress contains temples of Hanuman, Devi Mangalai and Mahadev and seven lakes and a well. Like many other castles in Maharashtra this particular fort has observed the rule of various emperors. One can see the forts of Kalyangad, Sajjangad and Chandan – Vandan and spot Plateau of Yavateshwar from the top of this fort.
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Imagicaa Amusement Theme Park, Maharashtra
0 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Imagicaa, located near Khopoli in Maharashtra, is one of India’s premier entertainment destinations. This theme park, water park, and snow park...
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Dholya Ganpati Mandir (Wai), Maharashtra
3.6 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
About 35 kilometers from Satara City, along the banks of River Krishna lay the spectacular temples of Wai. It is also known as Dakshin Kashi as it...
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Natraj Mandir, Satara, Maharashtra
4.2 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Shri Uttara Chidambaram Natraja Mandir located in Satara or popularly known as the Nataraj Mandir is an imitation of Chidambaram Temple in...
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Mahuli, Maharashtra
7 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Kshetra Mahuli and Sangam Mahuli are two tiny villages prominently celebrated for their beautiful shrines. Situated in close proximity to the...
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Pateshwar Hills, Maharashtra
13.3 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Pateshwar Hills are located 13 kilometers south east from Satara City and are illustrious for the shrines of Lord Shiva and fantastic rock...
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Sajjangad, Maharashtra
15.6 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
A historical reminiscence Sajjangarh, The Fort of Good People is established around 20 kilometers away from Satara City. It is the final resting...
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Kaas Plateau, Maharashtra
24.7 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Kaas Plateau is situated in the Sahyadri range, about 22 Kms from the Satara city. It is known for various types of wild flowers which bloom...
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Thoseghar Waterfalls, Maharashtra
26.1 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Thoseghar waterfalls are located near the village of Thoseghar, about 20 KMs from Satara city in Konkan region of Maharashtra. It is a popular...
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Kalyangad Fort, Maharashtra
26.5 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Kalyangad or Nandgiri Fort is a hill fortress built by the Shilahar Dynasty from 1178 to 1209. It was later conquered by King Shivaji, and then...
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Kaas Lake, Maharashtra
27 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Kaas Lake is an artificial lake carved in 1875, just located on the lower southern part of the Kaas Plateau. It almost 1160 meters above the sea...
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Vajrai Waterfall, Maharashtra
28.5 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Vajrai Waterfall are tall, multi-tiered waterfalls are located in the Sahyadri hills about 27 kms from Satara. Vajrai waterfalls, originating from...
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Wai, Maharashtra
38.6 km from Ajinkyatara Fort - See map
Only a short distance, 8km, from Panchgani lies the picturesque village of Wai. There are many mandirs, ghats and temples here. All in the setting...
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