Kunjargad

In this article, Kunjargad will be analyzed in detail, addressing its different facets, its impact on society and its relevance today. From its origins to its evolution over time, Kunjargad has played a fundamental role in various aspects of daily life. Through a multidisciplinary approach, different perspectives will be explored that will allow us to better understand the importance and meaning of Kunjargad today. Likewise, current trends related to Kunjargad will be examined and its role in the future will be reflected on.

Kunjargad
कुंजारगड/कोम्बडगड
Part of Balaghat Hill Range
Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra
Site information
TypeHill fort
OwnerGovernment
Controlled by Maratha Confederacy (1739-1818)
 United Kingdom  India (1947-)
Open to
the public
Yes
ConditionRuined
Location
Kunjargad is located in Maharashtra
Kunjargad
Kunjargad
Shown within Maharashtra
Kunjargad is located in India
Kunjargad
Kunjargad
Kunjargad (India)
Coordinates19°23′32.5″N 73°51′43.2″E / 19.392361°N 73.862000°E / 19.392361; 73.862000
Height4200 Ft
Site history
MaterialsStone

Kunjargad Fort (Marathi: कुंजारगड) or Kombad Fort (Marathi: कोम्बडगड) is a fort located 135 km (84 mi) from Kalyan by way of Khireshwar. The fort is in Akole taluka in Ahmednagar district in Maharashtra. The name of the fort is derived from the word “kunj”, meaning elephant in Sanskrit, due to the fort's resemblance to an elephant.[1]

History

Not much history of the fort is known. Shivaji halted at this fort in 1670.[2]

See also

References

  1. ^ trekshitiz. "Kunjargad". www.trekshitiz.com. trekshitiz. Retrieved 29 April 2020.
  2. ^ Joshi, Sandesh; Jadhav, Abhijit. "Kunjargad". www.forttrekkers.com. forttrekkers. Retrieved 29 April 2020.