Jawlya Fort
Rawlya-Jawlya plateau near Mulane, Nashik district
If you are looking for a twin-fort adventure near Mulane, Jawlya Fort is a great choice. It is the easier eastern half of the Rawlya-Jawlya pair in Nashik district, reached by about 2 hours of walking to the plateau and then a summit trail. Cautious rock-cut steps lead through a carved gateway with an inscription, and the top holds caves, pillared water tanks and old horse-stable ground beside a small plateau hamlet. Nashik Road is the railhead. September to March gives the best conditions.
Why go
- Rock-cut gateway and inscription
- Pillared tanks and caves
- Twin-fort plateau hamlet
Travel at a glance
How to reach
From the Nashik-Vani-Babapur-Mulane route reach the twin-fort plateau, continue to the Tiwari hamlet and take the clear ridge trail with rock-cut steps to Jawlya's carved entrance.
Nearest railway station
Nashik Road
Things to carry
Plateau paths are confusing and summit steps need care, while the tanks are not potable. Use a local route leader, avoid wet rock-cut steps and carry all drinking water.
FAQs
Is Jawlya easier than Rawlya?
Yes. Jawlya uses a trekking route with rock-cut steps, while Rawlya needs technical climbing.
How long is the approach?
About two hours to the plateau, followed by the hamlet and summit trail.
Is tank water drinkable?
No. The summit tanks are not potable.