Rajmachi
Rajmahi is well-known fort near Lonavala and Khandala hill stations in Maharashtra. The fort is 18 to 20 kms from Lonavala. However, the better route to reach the fort is from the Tungarli Lake.
The fort has 2 beautiful top points i.e. Manaranjan & Shrivardhan. These both are also considered as 2 detached forts. In between them, there is a small plate. There is a very beautiful temple dedicated to 'Bhairoba'.
Shrivardhan is called the 'Balle Killa' of Rajmachi. It is at 3000 ft height. It was constructed to watch the Konkan region. Manaranjan is at 2700 ft height.
The Manaranjan includes three doors, strong walls, and number of water reservoirs. From here, you can spot Nagphani, Ulhas river, Matheran, Karnala, Bhimashankar, Mahuli etc.
The main spot on the fort is 'Kondhavi' caves.
How to go there :
- By Vehicle & Bus :
You can reach there by Lonavala through Tungarli & Dam. Try to avoid right turn at this point and take left to attain the fort.
You can also reach directly from the Karjat town.
- By Railway :
You can travel by railway. Here you need to get down at Kurwadi rail station, cross 'Palas Dari' & you will reach the Rajmachi.
Some beautiful pictures of Rajmachi fort are :
