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TREK TO TRINGALWADI FORT ON 14TH JULY, 2013

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Tringalwadi Fort:
Although the exact period of construction of this fort is not known, however, by virtue of ‘Jain caves’ near the foothills, one can roughly estimate the fort to be in existence since 10th century. Also there is no evidence regarding the period during which it was under control of Marathas, however, during the year 1688; Mughals took control over the fort by perfidy

Fascinating Spots: ‘Pandav leni’ caves. These caves are divided into three major areas viz. an outer verandah, ‘Vihar’, the abbey and internal ‘Garbhagriha’. Its entrance door is decorated with beautiful carvings on it. A statue of Lord Gautam Buddha can be seen inside the ‘Vihar’. Below this sculpture one can see the inscriptions carved on the stone. From the top of the fort we can see, Kavnai, Kalsubai Peak, Harihar, etc.

Schedule:
Leaving From Thane on 13th Night at 10.00 pm
10.00 pm Thane near Anand Talkies
01.00 am Igatpuri, halt at Igatpuri Rest for 3-4 hrs
05.30 am tea / breakfast
06.00 am at Tringalwadi Village (Base village at Trigalwadi Fort)
06.30 am trek will start
12.00 pm climb down
02.00 pm Lunch
05.00 pm Departure from Igatpuri
08.00 pm Reaching Thane.

Total Cost for same will be Rs.600/-
Above cost Includes Travel & food expenses (Breakfast, Lunch, Tea & Snacks)
Advance Rs.300/-

Things to Carry:
Sack / Bag, Wear Sports Shoes or Floaters (Please carry extra pair of shoes),
Carry extra pair of Clothes, Water Bottles,
Please don’t carry any valuables, gold etc. organisers will not be responsible for loss of same.
Contact Person: Ravindra Khule: 9820565857, Meghna Parab: 9702932333, Tulsidas Manjarekar: 9867806768 & Tushar Parab: 9833249574.

Please confirm before 10th July, 2013.

Note: Organisers have the right to make changes in schedule if required.

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