Narayangad Fort
Narayangaon, Pune
If you are looking for an ancient fort near Narayangaon, Narayangad is a great choice. The hill sits beside the old Naneghat trade corridor, and Satavahana-style rock-cut steps lead up in about 30 minutes from the Mukaidevi temple. Ancient cisterns, the Hastamata temple and mansion ruins wait on top, and the giant GMRT radio telescope dishes at Khodad are visible in the distance. Narayangaon is the local hub. The fort can be visited all year.
Why go
- Rock-cut steps and ancient cisterns
- Hastamata temple and mansion ruins
- Views of the Khodad GMRT array
Travel at a glance
How to reach
Reach Alephata via Kalyan-Malshej or Pune, turn near the Kukdi bridge toward the canal road and continue to Mukaidevi temple. The ascent takes about 30 minutes.
Nearest railway station
Narayangaon
Things to carry
Tank water is not potable and the unpaved canal-side approach is unsuitable in heavy rain. Carry water, avoid slippery steps and respect the active temple.
FAQs
How difficult is it?
Medium.
How long should visitors allow?
30 minutes from Mukaidevi temple.
Is water dependable?
Carry your own treated drinking water even where tanks are reported.