Hadsar Fort
Hadsar near Junnar, Pune district
If you are looking for a characterful fort in the Junnar region, Hadsar is a great choice. The hour-long climb from Hadsar village leads to a tunnel-like Gomukhi entrance cut into the rock, one of the most memorable gateways in the Sahyadris. Inside are rock-cut steps, cisterns, old stores, a Mahadev temple with its Nandi and a monsoon pond. The top at 975 metres looks across to Manikdoh, Chavand, Naneghat and Jivdhan. It is about 109 km from Pune, and October to February is the best window.
Why go
- Gomukhi tunnel entrance and rock-cut steps
- Mahadev temple, Nandi and monsoon pond
- Views of Manikdoh, Chavand, Naneghat and Jivdhan
Travel at a glance
How to reach
From Junnar, reach Hadsar village by buses toward Nimgiri, Rajur or Kewada. The simpler royal approach circles left to about 150 rock-cut steps and reaches the main entrance in about one hour.
Things to carry
Use the royal-step route unless experienced; the alternate approach includes a rock climb. Avoid wet rock and the pond edge during heavy monsoon.
FAQs
What is Hadsar also called?
It is also known as Parvatgad.
How long is the climb?
About one hour from the base by the simpler royal approach.
What are the highlights?
The Gomukhi entrance, rock-cut stores and cisterns, Mahadev temple, Nandi and wide Junnar-range views.