Alang Fort

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Alang Fort
Nashik district, Maharashtra in  India
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Alang Fort
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Alang Fort
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Coordinates 19°34′58″N73°39′40″E / 19.5827°N 73.6612°E / 19.5827; 73.6612
TypeHill Fort
Height4,500 feet (1,400 m)
Site information
OwnerGovernment of India
Open to
the public		Yes
ConditionPoor[ citation needed ]
Site history
Built Maratha Empire
In usehuhb
MaterialsStone, Lead

Alang Fort (also known as Alangad or Alang) is a fort located in the Kalsubai range of the Western Ghats mountains, Nashik, (Maharashtra, India). Alang Fort, Madangad Fort, Kulang Fort, and the trek connecting them are known as Alang, Madan, and Kulang (AMK). Alang Fort is regarded as one of the most difficult places to reach in the region. As the Maharashtra Culture Government website notes, [1] "Alang-Madan-Kurland is one of Maharashtra's most challenging treks, especially because of its challenging stretches of water and dense forests." [2] This route is suitable for experienced mountaineers. While the forts are difficult to access because of heavy local rains and poorly marked trails, [3] they remain a popular tourist destination.

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The fort is situated on a large natural plateau. Inside the fort are two caves, a small temple, and 11 water cisterns. The two caves can accommodate up to 40 people. Remnants of historic buildings are spread throughout the fort. To the east of the fort lies Kalasubai, Aundh Fort, Patta, and Bitangad; to the north, Harihar, Trymbakgad, and Anjaneri, and to the south, Harishchandragad, Aajobagad, Khutta, and Ratangad.

Due to the remote nature of this trek, even experienced climbers are advised to carry sufficient amounts of food and water to sustain the round trip.

Access

Access to Alang is via the village of Ambewadi — while Kasara or Igatpuri is reached by train or bus. There is a bus service from Ghoti to Ambevadi 32 kilometres (20 mi), available at 7:30 a.m, which takes around three hours to reach the fort. From Ambevadi, one can see Alang, Madan, and Kulang. The bus travels the ridge between Alang and Madan from where the fort is visible. To the left is Alang and to the right is Madan. [4]

Alang fort is accessible from Ghatghar via Ghoti-Bhandardara. From there, in 21⁄2 hours, one can reach the third cavern by way of Bhandardara from Udadvade. Another way is by way of Bhandardara from Udadvade Gaon. It leads to the plateau, and then connects to the second route. [5]

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References

  1. ↑ "Cultural Maharashtra Government Website".
  2. ↑ "AMK - Alang Madan Kulang Trek - The Toughest Trek In Maharashtra". Indiahikes. Archived from the original on 27 September 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
  3. ↑ "Five great winter treks". mint. Archived from the original on 25 November 2018. Retrieved 23 February 2021.
  4. ↑ Dey, Panchali. "Trek to Arnala Fort, where views of Arabian Sea welcome you with open arms". Times of India Travel. Retrieved 7 February 2021.
  5. ↑ "Bhandardara Hill Station near Nashik - One Day Trip in Monsoon". Sanjeev Mishra. 11 July 2016. Retrieved 9 February 2021.
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