Visapur Fort

Introduction

3,556 ft
Visapur fort
Type Hill fort
Height 1,084 m (3,556 ft) ASL
Site information
Owner Government of India
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Is Visapur Fort trek easy?

Trek difficulty is Medium to reach the fort, and it is a one day trek. Water availability portable water not available on the fort. You need to carry water from the base village. Visapur Fort can be a combined trek with Bhaja caves, Karla caves, Lohagad Fort and Bedse Caves.

How long does it take to climb Visapur?

The Visapur trek is a 3 to 4-kilometre long hike that takes around 30 to 40 minutes to reach the top. The Trek is relatively easy and has a moderate difficulty level.

Who built Visapur Fort?

Balaji Vishwanath
These two forts are connected by a ‘col’ (sharp-edged ridge) known as ‘gaymukh’. Visapur Fort is known for its unbroken line of fortification, which remains in a reasonably good condition even today. This fort was built by Balaji Vishwanath, the first Peshwa of the Maratha Empire, during 1713-1720.

How can I go to Visapur Fort?

Visapur Fort is located 5-8 km from the Malavali railway station. You can either walk or take an auto to reach the base village from Malavali railway station. It will take you around 16 minutes by an auto-rickshaw to reach the trek base. Be advised that a part of this road is quite steep.

Is Visapur Fort risky?

The Visapur Fort trek, being of moderate difficulty level, is a good excursion option for beginners. There are three routes to the top one from Patan Village, one from Bhaje Caves and the third one from Gaimukh Khind.

Which is better visapur or Lohagad?

Visapur fort was built much later than Lohagad but the histories of the two forts are closely linked. Visapur Fort is larger and at a higher elevation than its twin fort- Lohagad. Within the fort are caves, cisterns of water, a decorated arch and old houses.

Is Visapur trek hard?

Visapur Trek Route

There are three Visapur trek routes to the top of the fort one from Patan Village, another from Bhaja Caves, and the third one from Gaimukh Khind. Patan Village route is not popular among trekkers and can be difficult to trace.

Which is the toughest trek in Maharashtra?

Harihar Fort Trek – Most Dangerous Monsoon Trek in Maharashtra. Harihar fort is one of the toughest treks in India.

Is Lohagad Fort Easy?

The Lohagad trek difficulty level is easy. Base village for Lohagad is Lohagad Wadi. Lohagad Fort Height: 3400 feet. Time required for climbing: 2 hours from Malavali and 40 minutes from Lohagad Wadi.

Conclusion

The Visapur Fort trek, being of moderate difficulty level, is a good excursion option for beginners. There are three routes to the top one from Patan Village, one from Bhaje Caves and the third one from Gaimukh Khind.

 

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