Dear Friends,
Kalpavihar Adventure has arrange a trek to Pratapgad via Kudpan, Bhimachi kathi on 21 - 22nd Sept. (leaving on 20th night)
This route is very beautiful From Kshetrafal village to Kudpan village to Pratapgad.
Its approx. 8 to 9 hrs walk thru dense forest with two gigantic waterfalls on the way.
Don’t miss this different route.
http://picasaweb.google.com/vaishalindia/PratapgadViaBhimachiKathi?feat=directlink
Pratapgad Fort is a mountain fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort is at a distance of 24 km from the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. The fort holds a sturdy view of coastal Konkan. The Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan's tomb are other places of interest.
Pratapgad consists of two forts - an upper fort built on the top of the hill and a lower fort immediately below on the south and the east. Surrounding areas can be easily taken guard from the fort on almost all the sides. The southern side is rocky while the eastern side has a strong outwork ending in the Afzal Buruj.
It is believed that Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja was blessed with a shining sword at the temple of Goddess Bhavani here. The historic battle between Chatrapati Shivaji and Afzal Khan, the commander of the Bijapur Sultanate fought here. Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan's Tomb are major attractions where are situated near the fort.
Bhimachi Kathi - a well-known pinnacle in this region. Height around 800' form the valley side, This valley is surrounded by all three "Wadis" of Kudpan & famous for two gigantic waterfall.
You can enjoy various small waterfalls here. This route is wonderful for nature lovers.
for more detail write to kalapavihar@yahoo.com
Vaishali G Desai
9820684723
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Kalpavihar Adventure has arrange a trek to Pratapgad via Kudpan, Bhimachi kathi on 21 - 22nd Sept. (leaving on 20th night)
This route is very beautiful From Kshetrafal village to Kudpan village to Pratapgad.
Its approx. 8 to 9 hrs walk thru dense forest with two gigantic waterfalls on the way.
Don’t miss this different route.
http://picasaweb.google.com/vaishalindia/PratapgadViaBhimachiKathi?feat=directlink
Pratapgad Fort is a mountain fort built by Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort is at a distance of 24 km from the hill station of Mahabaleshwar. The fort holds a sturdy view of coastal Konkan. The Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan's tomb are other places of interest.
Pratapgad consists of two forts - an upper fort built on the top of the hill and a lower fort immediately below on the south and the east. Surrounding areas can be easily taken guard from the fort on almost all the sides. The southern side is rocky while the eastern side has a strong outwork ending in the Afzal Buruj.
It is believed that Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaja was blessed with a shining sword at the temple of Goddess Bhavani here. The historic battle between Chatrapati Shivaji and Afzal Khan, the commander of the Bijapur Sultanate fought here. Bhavani Temple and Afzal Khan's Tomb are major attractions where are situated near the fort.
Bhimachi Kathi - a well-known pinnacle in this region. Height around 800' form the valley side, This valley is surrounded by all three "Wadis" of Kudpan & famous for two gigantic waterfall.
You can enjoy various small waterfalls here. This route is wonderful for nature lovers.
for more detail write to kalapavihar@yahoo.com
Vaishali G Desai
9820684723
http://trekshitiz.com/oo/user/User_ViewOrganization.asp?OrgId=65