Harihar Fort (Harshagad)
- Harihar Fort is located at Trimbakeshwar in Nashik Maharashtra
ABOUT
The most popular historical mountain peak is the Harihar Fort in Maharashtra, also known as Harshagad, located in the Sahyadri (Western Ghats) mountain range near Harshewadi village & Nirgudpada village at Trimbakeshwar Tehsil in Nashik district.
The fort is built on triangular-shaped rocks, and two edges of the fort are 90 degrees & third edge is 75 degrees inclined to the west. The Height of the fort is 3676 feet (1,120 meters) vertically tall from sea level.
It is very famous for the steep rock, and 117 rock cut stairs are made at an inclined angle of 80 degrees to climb up the hill, and there are small pits to grip to hold hands, from where you can easily climb upwards while holding the stairs’ pits, and it has the temple of Lord Hanuman and Lord Shiva on top of the hill.
The primary purpose of this fort was to maintain military surveillance and security, protecting the major trade routes, especially those in the Nashik region.
It is an attractive tourist site known for the great experience of trekking and knowledge of historical significance about the fort, and a huge number of people gather here during the rainy and winter seasons for hiking and to enjoy the stunning and breathtaking views of the surrounding Sahyadri mountains, Bhaskar gadh, Anjaneri Fort and Bramhagiri parvat.
LOCATION
TIMINGS
Open daily : 6.00 Am to 5.00 Pm
ADDRESS
Harshewadi, Maharashtra 422001
FAQ
How to reach Harihar fort (Harshagad)?
- Two routes are the best to reach there from the Nashik and Igatpuri.
- Train: You can take a train to Nashik or Igatpuri. Taxis are easily available outside the both railway stations to reach Harihar fort.
- Airport: You can also take a flight to Nashik, there is a Nashik International Airport, and taxis are easily available the outside airport to reach Harihar fort.
Nashik to Harihar fort Distance?
- 43 KM
Igatpuri to Harihar fort distance?
- 58 KM
Can we go from Trimbkeshwar to Harihar fort?
- Yes, you can, take an Auto rickshaw on rent from Trimbakeshwar to Harshewadi.
Is there an entry fee to trek to Harihar fort?
- Yes, 30 Rs/- will be charged by forest department.
From where can we start the trek to Harihar fort?
Harshewadi or Nirgudpada (Kotamwadi)
Which is the easy and closest way for trekking Harihar Fort?
Harshewadi.
When is the best season of trekking to Harihar fort?
June to September in monsoon and October to February in winter.
How long does the trek take (duration)?
1 to 3 hours.
When is the best time of the day for trekking to Harihar Fort?
You need to start in the early Morning (6:00 AM to 9:00 AM).
What have to carry while trekking to Harihar Fort?
- Comfortable trekking good grip shoes
- Water bottle
- Light snacks
- Sunscreen
- First aid kit
- Mobile phone with power bank.
is Harihar fort dangerous for climbing?
- Yes, because of that slippery rock cut stairs, you have to be careful while climbing to Harihar fort.
