Manikgad (Raigad)

Manikgad Fort (Raigad)
Raigad district, Maharashtra
Manikgad fort from Katkarwadi
Manikgad Fort (Raigad) is located in Maharashtra
Manikgad Fort (Raigad)
Manikgad Fort (Raigad)
Coordinates18°49′33.3″N 73°11′34.9″E / 18.825917°N 73.193028°E / 18.825917; 73.193028
TypeHill fort
Height1876.64 feet
Site information
OwnerGovernment of India
Open to
the public
Yes
ConditionRuins
Site history
Built1700 (approx)
Built bySarkhel Kanhoji Angre
MaterialsStone
Demolished1818

Manikgad is a mountain fortress and temple in Gherakilla Manikgad, India. Located among rolling hills, the temple is a popular hiking spot. Manikgad was built to oversee the trade route from Maval (Pune) to coastal ports. The fort is situated near Vashivali (Rasayani MIDC), which is 27 km from Panvel.