DATE : 10-7-2011 : Departure at 00.30 am (midnight of 09/10 July)
: Arrival at 9.00 pm.
Information about the Fort
Situated at Tringalwadi near Igatpuri in District Nasik.
Height : 3000 ft.
Type of Fort : Hill Fort.
Category : Medium Trek.
Situated at an altitude of 3,000 feet above the sea level, Tringalwadi Fort at Igatpuri is an architectural marvel. Entire locale of Igatpuri is nested by the majestic Sahyadris and Tringalwadi Fort is also besieged by this stunning mountain ranges. Being in an elevated position, this massive fortress houses the picturesque scenery of the whole locality, especially the view of the peaks from this fort is incomparable. The small path, which leads to the fortress itself kindle one’s curiosity. It is amazing to notice that the surrounding area of this fort will be fully cultivated during the Monsoon season and one have to voyage kilometers to reach to the base of this colossal structure. A magnificent temple dedicated to lord Hanuman makes a marvelous setting to this stunning fort.
A favourite tourist spot in the Igatpuri Region, Tringalwadi Fort also provides excellent opportunities of trekking. The Tringalwaid Fort is situated about 7 kilometers from Igatpuri in the Nasik district. Each year during the rains, the Fort becomes the destination of trekkers. The trek up to the fort takes a couple of hours. The Fort's origins are obscure, but it is generally believed that it was constructed in the 10th century. The stepped path leading up to the Fort is quite steep. The Fort is accessed through a doorway that has been carved out of monolithic rock. A figure of Hanuman can be seen carved into the rock next to the doorway. The Fort even has a postern (a concealed secondary entryway) in its eastern wall. A cave is situated a few metres away from the path leading up to the postern. Most of the Fort lies in ruins. Signs of some structures and cisterns are all that remain of what may have been a formidable bastion. The ruins of a Jain shrine can be seen some metres below the Fort's eastern wall.
Trek Program:
17-7-2011 at 00.30 am (midnight of 09/10-7-2011) departure from Dadar-TT.
Route : Dadar-TT - Sion Circle – Amar Mahal, Chembur - Vikhroli Highway – Bhandup Highway - Thane Teen Haath Naka – Kalyan - Igatpuri,
4.00 am : Arrival at Tringalwadi, Rest for three hours.
7.00 am : Breakfast
8.00 am : Trek starts.
12.00 pm : Top of the Fort : Two Hours for Lunch and Sightseeing of Fort.
2.00 pm : Return trek to Tringalwadi.
5.00 pm : Arrive at Tringalwadi Lake. Evening tea/snacks & One hour rest at Lake.
6.00 pm : Return journey to Mumbai.
9.00 pm : Arrive at Dadar TT.
Cost of Trek Rs. 800/- per person. (Rs.700/- for MAT members)
Maximum participants – 15 only.
Includes: Morning breakfast/tea, Lunch evening refreshment & traveling from Mumbai-Tringalwadi-Mumbai by mini bus/tempo traveller.
Includes: Morning breakfast/tea, Lunch evening refreshment & traveling from Mumbai-Tringalwadi-Mumbai by mini bus/tempo traveller.
List of all the things to carry for the trek:
1. Lunch plate/glass/vati/spoon for breakfast & Lunch.
2. Waterproof/Water resistant haversack to put in all the things to be carried, for free hands while trekking.
34. A bottle of water (of 2Ltrs).
4. Glucose powder / Lemon / some chocolates, biscuits, candies (optional – as per personal requirement)
34. A bottle of water (of 2Ltrs).
4. Glucose powder / Lemon / some chocolates, biscuits, candies (optional – as per personal requirement)
5. Personal medicines, insect repellant cream (optional – as per personal requirement)
8. A good trekking shoes.
8. A good trekking shoes.
REGISTRATION PROCESS:
Registration for the trek can be done by payment of Rs.300/- (non refundable). Balance amount will be collected in the bus.
For further information please contact
Manogat Adventure Tourism
Manoj Tatkare – 09921098952 / 09821490952
Blog : manogatadventures.blogspot.com
Nice post on Igatpuri adventure. It is known as queen of hill stations and Igatpuri tourism is more famous among trekkers and hikers.
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