Hey rangers, here comes the most awaited trek of this season, !!
Monsoon is in full swing, and so is the trekking passion, and every true trekker wants to visit the heart of sahyadri in this magical period,
Here is Wild Rangers trek to Harishchandra Gad on 27-28 July,2013.
Come and join us.
Brief Information about Harishchandra gad:
Region: Malshej
Fort Height: 4510 ft.
Type: Hill Fort
Grade: Medium
Mode of Transport: Public Transport
Trek Leader:- Mayyur, Deepak,
Guidance and other help:- Bhaskar Badad.
The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas (ancient scriptures) like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana include many references about Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in 6th century, during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era. The various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century. In these caves are idols of Lord Vishnu. Though the cliffs are named Taramati and Rohidas, they are not related to Ayodhya. Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic “Tatvasaar”), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The various constructions on the fort and those existing the surrounding region point to the existence of diverse cultures here. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the Harishchandreshwar temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. Later the fort was under the control of Moguls. The Marathas captured it in 1747. The last warrior named Joshi became a martyr in the fight against the English in 1818.
Detailed Schedule
Meeting point:
Day 1
Saturday, 27th July 2013
08.00 Hrs: - Gathering at Kalyan ST depo
08.30 Hrs: - Move to Khubiphata by ST Bus
11.30 Hrs: - Reach at Khubiphata n den move toward khireshwar base Village by walk (4 Km)
13.00 Hrs: - Lunch at Khireshwar base Village
13.15 Hrs:- Introduction, and Info-giving Session
14.00 Hrs: - Start Ascending towards Harishchandra Gad
19.00 Hrs: - Reach the top of HC
~Dinner and then some fun and rest in caves~
Day:-2
Sunday 28th July, 2013
06:00 Hrs: - Wake up and Refreshments
07.30 Hrs: - Breakfast in caves
08:00 Hrs: - Move Towards Taramati Temple
10:30 Hrs: - Move towards Konkankada (hoping for incredibly beautiful view of valey)
12:30 Hrs: - Lunch at caves
13:00 Hrs: - Start descending from Pachnai route.
15:30Hrs: - Reach Pachnai.
18:00 Hrs: -Reach Kasara.,
(Timings may vary ½ hr, with subject to individual’s pace at trek and traffic conditions)
Trek Fees Rs. 1000.00 per Person for Non-members
and 950/- for members.
This includes
1. Travelling from Kalyan to Khubiphata by public transport, 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner on Day 1,.
2. on day 2, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, travelling from Pachnai to Kasara.
Registration and Payment Details :-
For Registration one needs to call and send SMS Name and Email Addresses of participant along with alternate contact number, to any of the coordinator mention in below contact .
Limited entries only for this trek available.
You have to make the payment in following bank acc,
1. Name of Acc Holder :- Deepak Tarachand Pogade
2. Bank name : State bank of India
3. Bank account number : 31271150332
4. Bank branch name and address : Khadakpada branch Shop no.227,
Shelar park,khadakpada,Kalyan(w)
5. IFSC code for bank : SBIN0011159
For any further details contact:
Deepak 9422682020, 8080287071
Mayyur 9892615315
Prashik 9987036106
.
Seats will be first come 1st basis with Advance payment only ...
Things to be carried:
A Water Bottle (~2-3 Ltrs),
Torch With Extra Battery (Must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Cap(Optional, wrap it in plastic, water proof protection)
Please avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, Biscuits etc.
Medicine those if you require usually (Optional)
Extra Pair of clothes,
Good trekking shoes, carry extra pair of shoes or floaters if possible
A haversack to put all these things
Terms And Conditions
■ It is up to the individual to arrange their own holiday / accident insurance & each adult would be asked to sign a liability waiver.
■ Wild Rangers hold the right to change the venue, or date, of the event,
■ Event may be cancelled or postponed due to natural calamity, any system error,
■ In case event place or venue is changed, wild rangers will notify same to participants by phone, web and Face book, no change in costing will be charged.
■ In case of cancellation of event, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, without any cutting.
■ In case of cancellation of event, from participant's side, money will be returned to those who have enrolled, with 1. In case cancellation done before, one week, Rs. 50/- will be deducted.
2. In case cancellation done before, 2 days of trek, Rs. 100 will be deducted.
3. In case cancellation done on same day as tour is leaving or left, no refund will be given.
All our treks are Eco-friendly treks; kindly take care of nature around us. Smoking and Drinking alcohol during trek is strictly prohibited if anyone found doing that will be expelled from trek without refund.
Regards,
Team Wild Rangers
GO WILD GO GREEN
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