Shivneri Fort , Pune
About Shivneri Fort
The birth place of renowned Maratha King Chhatrapati Shivaji, Shivneri Fort is located near Junnar in Pune district of Maharashtra. The fort which dates back to 17th century used to be a military bastion. Chhatrapati Shivaji’s father was a general to Sultan of Bijapur. He built this fort to protect his pregnant wife from constant warfare in that time period. Thus Shivaji was born in Shivneri Fort. Perched on a hill top Shivneri Fort is visible all the way from Junnar town itself.
From 1716 to 1820, the place was controlled by Maratha Empire. From 1820-1947, the place got under the control of British Raj, and after 1947 till now the place is under the Government of India. It was built in 1630 by Shahaji Raje. The presence of habitation can be acknowledged from the caves, the rock-cut architecture and the water system. It is believed that the place was dominated by the Buddhists under their rule in 1st century A.D. Shivneri was basically under the possession of Yadavas and Devagiri and that’s where it got its name from. According to the accounts of the English traveler Fraze, who visited the fort in 1673, the fort was ruled by a person who was once a Muslim and then a Brahmin. The rule of Mughals didn’t last much and so the fort was taken aback by the Marathas and Shahu.
One can see the fort is well protected by steep rocky terrain on four sides. Inside the Shivneri Fort, there is a small shrine for Goddess Shivaji Devi, from whom the Maratha King got the name Shivaji. In the center section of the fort, we can come across water pond. We can also see the statues of Shivaji and his mother Jijapai in southern part of fort. Also the two water springs namely Ganges and Yamuna inside the fort are perennial.
Shivneri Fort is a nice day trip option from both Mumbai and Pune. Malshej Ghat is only 28 km further from Shivneri. MSRTC also operates Volvo bus service to this town from major cities of Maharashtra.
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Places to Visit near Shivneri Fort
Imagicaa Amusement Theme Park, Maharashtra
0 km from Shivneri 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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Junnar Caves, Maharashtra, Maharashtra
6.1 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Junnar caves are a group of caves and Buddhists rock cut temples located near Pune, dating back to 2nd and 3rd century BC. Situated on the laps of...
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Malshej Ghat, Maharashtra
26.2 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Nestled in Western Ghats, Malshej Ghat is around 125 KMs, it’s not classed as actually within Punes city limits, but the Ghats need to be...
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Naneghat Hills, Maharashtra
27.9 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Perched at an altitude of 838.2 m above sea level on Malshej Ghat, Naneghat Hills are most popular destination among trekkers and mountain...
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Palu, Maharashtra
63.4 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
The Palu village, is in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Located 72Km from Mumbai, the drive to Palu is very beautiful. The narrow winding road...
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Mayur Baug - Morachi Chincholi, Maharashtra
65.4 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
The name Mayur Baug or the Peacock Garden at Morachi Chincholi justifies itself as around 2500 peacocks roam fearlessly in the rustic yet verdant...
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Bhimashankar Temple, Maharashtra
67.4 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Dating back to the 18th century the Bhimashankar Jyothirlinga Temple was built in the Nagara and Indo Aryan style of architecture. The temple has...
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Khanderi Fort, Maharashtra
*76.4 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Khanderi Fort and Undheri Forts are both island forts with access to them from the Thai beach, separated by a distance of 300 mtrs. One needs to...
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Dehu, Maharashtra
79.4 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Saint Tukaram was born here in the town of Dehu. The temple is located on the banks of the Indravati river and it’s very popular for the Mandir...
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Harishchandragad, Maharashtra
84.5 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Harishchandragad is a beautiful hill fort in the Ahmednagar region and a very popular trekking destination. Fort is believed to be from 6th...
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Bhandardara, Maharashtra
85.1 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Bhandardara, a pristine holiday resort hamlet is located on the banks of Pravara river in the Western Ghats. Bhandardara Lake is one of the major...
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Jain Temple, Pune, Maharashtra
89.3 km from Shivneri Fort - See map
Built in a pool of water on the top of a hill overlooking the city of Pune, Pune's Jain temple is one of the finest. It is constructed from...
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