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Is it Konkan or Kokan? Which is correct spelling?
Both the spellings are correct. 'Kokan' is used in Marathi language and is widely accepted. 'Konkan' is used in Konkani language.
Both the spellings are correct. ‘Kokan’ is used in Marathi language and is widely accepted. ‘Konkan’ is used in Konkani language.
See lessWhat are the places near Harishchandragad?
Harishchandragad is one of the popular trekking destinations in Maharashtra. Kokankada trek is also the main attraction of this fort. After you complete the Harishchandragad trek, you can plan to climb Kalsubai peak, the highest peak in Maharashtra. There are other forts in the surroundings such asRead more
Harishchandragad is one of the popular trekking destinations in Maharashtra. Kokankada trek is also the main attraction of this fort. After you complete the Harishchandragad trek, you can plan to climb Kalsubai peak, the highest peak in Maharashtra. There are other forts in the surroundings such as Hanumantgad Fort, Bhairavgad Fort, Sindola Fort, Hadsar Fort, Jivdhan Fort and Naneghat.
Harishchandragad falls under the Kalsubai Harishchandragad wildlife sanctuary. Malshej Ghat waterfalls and Pimpalgaon Joga dam are few other worth-seeing places near Harishchandragad.
See lessIs Tikona fort open for trekking now?
(Update) As per the Government Guidelines, all the forts are closed due to precautionary measures against COVID-19. I recommend you to stay at home and wait until the new guidelines related to hiking and trekking in Maharashtra.
(Update) As per the Government Guidelines, all the forts are closed due to precautionary measures against COVID-19. I recommend you to stay at home and wait until the new guidelines related to hiking and trekking in Maharashtra.
See lessIs Tikona fort open for trekking now?
Yes, Tikona Fort is open for trekking now. In addition to that, Visapur fort is also open. If possible, avoid going on weekends, because there will be so much crowd on the forts.
Yes, Tikona Fort is open for trekking now. In addition to that, Visapur fort is also open. If possible, avoid going on weekends, because there will be so much crowd on the forts.
See lessIs Sinhagad Fort open after lockdown?
[Updated Info] Sinhagad will be closed and they will charge fine if people still wander in the area. So please confirm first if you are planning to visit Sinhagad or Khadakwasla Lake.
[Updated Info] Sinhagad will be closed and they will charge fine if people still wander in the area. So please confirm first if you are planning to visit Sinhagad or Khadakwasla Lake.
See lessDo you need to book in advance to visit Sinhagad Fort?
Forts are for everyone to explore. And there is no any need of prior booking to visit Sinhagad fort. You can climb Sinhagad fort, which is absolutely free of cost. Or you can also go directly to the top of the fort by your private vehicle. There is entry fee of Rs. 20 for bike and Rs. 50 for 4-wheeRead more
Forts are for everyone to explore. And there is no any need of prior booking to visit Sinhagad fort. You can climb Sinhagad fort, which is absolutely free of cost. Or you can also go directly to the top of the fort by your private vehicle. There is entry fee of Rs. 20 for bike and Rs. 50 for 4-wheeler if you go by this route.
See lessIs Sinhagad Fort open after lockdown?
Yes Manesh, Sinhagad trek is open. You can explore the fort now.
Yes Manesh, Sinhagad trek is open. You can explore the fort now.
See lessIs Sinhagad Fort open after lockdown?
Yes, Sinhagad Fort is open now. But be careful as there is a big crowd on weekends and specially because of the nostalgia in the lockdown (which is over now.) They are letting the trekkers in. If you could explore the less crowded place, then prefer that.
Yes, Sinhagad Fort is open now. But be careful as there is a big crowd on weekends and specially because of the nostalgia in the lockdown (which is over now.)
See lessThey are letting the trekkers in. If you could explore the less crowded place, then prefer that.
What is Mangi Tungi? What does Mangi mean?
Read more : http://bestindiantreks.com/mangi-tungi-jain-temple-hill-trek/
Read more : http://bestindiantreks.com/mangi-tungi-jain-temple-hill-trek/
See lessWhat is Mangi Tungi? What does Mangi mean?
Mangi Tungi is a pair of pinnacles joined by the plateau in between. Mangi is at the western side and the tallest pinnacle between the two. The height of Mangi pinnacle is 1324m and Tungi is at the height of 1331m. Mani Tungi is famous for the Statue of Ahimsa. It is the tallest Jain statue in the wRead more
Mangi Tungi is a pair of pinnacles joined by the plateau in between. Mangi is at the western side and the tallest pinnacle between the two. The height of Mangi pinnacle is 1324m and Tungi is at the height of 1331m.
Mani Tungi is famous for the Statue of Ahimsa. It is the tallest Jain statue in the whole world. The height of the statue from toe to head is 32.9m. There are many caves on the Mangi Tungi hills. You will find many Jain idols in these caves.
There are different forts near Mangi Tungi such as Salher fort, Mulher fort Salota, etc. Salher fort is the tallest fort and the second tallest place in Maharashtra after the Kalsubai peak.
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