Unknown Origin
What makes Kalavantin Durg even more alluringis the mystery revolving around its origin. The most popular belief is that itwas built for a beautiful princess in around 500 BCE.According to the known records about the fortress, it exchanged hands fromBahmani Rulers, Ahmadnagar Rulers, Mughals to finally Marathas. Today, itsglory is preserved by the frequent visits from daring spirits.
Accept the Challenge
Hundreds of steep stair cut in the mountainleading to the fortress lack railings and fences. While climbing ischallenging, the journey back towards the base is exceedingly dangerous andthrilling. Once at the top, you will be rewarded with the incredible views ofmeandering rivers, lavishly green valleys, flowery meadows and cool breeze. Ruinsof the fortress, along with a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha are theattractions with significant heritage value.
Useful Recommendations
Give it a miss if you suffer from vertigo. Makesure that you wear good hiking shoes with required traction control. Carryenough drinking water as there is no source of clean water at this place. Avoidthis adventure on a rainy day.
How to Reach?
Located about 20 km. from the city of Panvel in Maharashtra, Prabalgad can be approached from theMumbai-Pune Expressway. Panvel has the closest railway station while theinternational airport of Mumbai is only about50 km. away.
Don’t miss this escalating endeavour to addanother feather to your adventurer’ hat!