Shivneri Fort

      Shivneri Fort is located to the northern side of Pune with Junnar at its base and was the birthplace of Shivaji. Even though fort has succumbed to the ravanges brought on time and weather, its structural style is worth a study. The spot where Shivaji was born was reconstructed in 1925 and is known as the Shiv Mandir.  In its vicinity is a huge circular water tank called Badami Talav. 

However, it does not hold water any longer. At the far side to the north is a precipitous cliff. This narrow channel is known as the Kadelot Point. It is believed that criminals awarded capital punishment were handcuffed and thrown down from here. It is from here that one can get a good view of the Manikdoh Dam as also the forts of Hadesar and Chavand. Climbing further you will be able to see the hill fort of Harishchnandradgad, far behind the mountains. 

Some of the other views include those of Naryangad, Lenyadri  Hills, Arvi Satellite Centre’s antenna and the Giant Meter wave Radio Telescope [GMRT] AT Kodad near Pune.

                     

                                                          Riddhi More

                                                                                                                                            MMGES, 4th-Deneb.