Harishchandragad Trek and Camping from Pune

Harishchandragad Trek and Camping
🔰 *Harishchandra Gad – Trek & Camping ⛺🔥 Ultimate trekking destination!!*🔰

📍 *Outing Date 📆:11th-12th Jan2025*
📍Category : Trekking + Camping 🏕
📍*Duration : 1 Night /2 Days*
📍Type : Hill fort
📍Height : 4671ft
📍Grade : Medium
📍Endurance: Moderate
📍Distance : 6 Kms oneway
📍Walking Hours : 4-5 hr oneway

*Trek Cost: Rs.2300/- per person (Estimated)*

🔰 *About the Harischandragad*
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Harischandragad, situated in the Maslej region of the Western Ghats is one of the most famous hill forts. Located in the Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra, this quaint sleepy region is known for its scenic beauty and alluring charm! It is an an ancient fort from the Medieval period where the Great sage Changdev (Writer of the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate in the 14th century. Situated at a distance of approximately 90km from Kalyan, Harischandragad trek is one of the most challenging treks in the Western Ghats.
Konkan Kada: One of the biggest cliffs of the sahyadris, fascinating many people from years together. Facing towards the konkan side, the cliff looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region. Not only vertical, but it has an overhang, almost like a cobra’s hood.

👉 *Web Page :*

https://www.supertrekkers.in/trip/harishchandragad-trek-camping/

*Tour Cost: Rs.2299/- per person (Estimated)*
Payment in Advance to book your seat

*Major Attractions of Trek:*
👉Sunrise from Taramati Pinnacle
👉 Sunset from Kokankada
👉Camping under the stars
👉Harishchandreshwar Temple & Caves
👉Kedareshwar Shivlinga

🔰 *History*🔰
The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas (ancient scriptures) like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana include many references about Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in 6th century, during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era. The various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century. In these caves are idols of Lord Vishnu. Though the cliffs are named Taramati and Rohidas, they are not related to Ayodhya. Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic “Tatvasaar”), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The various constructions on the fort and those existing the surrounding region point to the existence of diverse cultures here. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the Harishchandreshwar temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. Later the fort was under the control of Moguls. The Marathas captured it in 1747.

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*Konkan Kada* 🔰
The major attraction of Harishchandragad is Kokan Kada. This cliff is not just vertical, it is an overhang, almost like a cobra’s hood. It has been climbed twice so far. Its beyond description, one should actually see it to experience the nature’s architecture.The view from here is awesome and unimaginable. The sunset is gorgeous. There are not many places from where u can see the sun setting below ur eye level. And the reflection of the rays from the river flowing below gives it an orange outlining. Its too cool, hard to describe it in words. Also their are colonies of vultures in the huge crevices. You need a pair of binoculars to watch them little closely.

🔰 *Harishchandragad Temple*🔰
This temple is marvelous example of the fine art of carving sculptures out of stones that prevailed in ancient India. It is about 16 m high from its base. Around this temple there a few caves & ancient water tanks. The river Mangal Ganga is said to originate from one of the tanks located close to the temple. The top of the temple resembles construction with the north-Indian temples. A similar temple is situated in Buddha-Gaya. Here we can see many tombs, in which a typical construction is seen. These are built by well-finished arranging stones one on top of the other. There are three main caves near the temple. The cisterns near the temple provide drinking water. A short distance away, another temple called Kashitirtha is located. The fascinating thing about this temple is that it has been carved out from a single huge rock. There are entrances from all four sides. On the main entrance there are sculptures of faces. These are faces of guards of the temple. On the left side of the entrance is a Devnagri inscription, which is about saint Changdev.
Saptatirtha Pushkarni
To the east of the temple is a well-built lake called “Saptatirtha”. On its bank are temple-like constructions in which there are idols of Lord Vishnu. Recently these idols have been shifted in the caves near the temple of Harishchandreshwar.

🔰 *Kedareshwar Cave*🔰
Going rightwards of Harishchandreshwar temple, we come across a huge cave. This is the cave of Kedareshwar (see picture), in which there is a big Shivlinga, which is totally surrounded by water. The total height from its base is five feet, and the water is waist-deep. It is quite difficult to reach the Shivlinga because the water is ice-cold. There are sculptures carved out here. In monsoon it is not possible to reach this cave, as a huge stream flows across the way.

🔰 *ιтιηєяαяу* 🔰
*Day 1 – Saturday 2ndDec*
6:00 am ● Start Point: Kharadi
5:15 am ● Leave Pune by Car/Bus 🚌
● Breakfast: Enroute ☕🍝
11:00 am ● Reach Base village Khireshwar Village and Introduction Session
● Lunch in village
12:15 pm ● Start the hike 🏃‍♂ to the Harishchander It will take 3 ½ -4Hrs to reach the top (6 Km )
16:00 pm ● Reach top and occupie Caves
17:30 pm ● Reach Kokan kada and Enjoy the Sunset . 🌄
8:00 pm ● Rest ,campfire ,Dinner at Lord Shiva Temple on the Fort.
9:30 pm ● Retire for the Day 🧖🏻‍♂
*Day 2 – Sunday*
5:30 am ● Wake up Call ⏰
6:00 am ● Get Ready
6:30 am ● Will Visit Taramati Peak in the morning and then we will visit the Kokankada again if time permit.
9:00 am ● Breakfast ☕ and Start descending towards khireshwar by Tolar khind route
12:00 pm ● Reach khireshwar , Lunch on the Way
6:00 pm ● Reach Pune

🔰 *Things to Carry* 🔰

➡Good Sport shoes 👟 prefer Trekking Shoes which provide more grip and comfort on the trek
➡Sleeping bag/ Blanket 🎒
➡Extra Pair of cloths (bag to change when reached), Towel, napkin, socks.
➡Water (3ltr minimum)

➡Its monsoon trek & expecting rain overall in trek , so pack your bags accordingly to save them from getting wet
➡Double pack your valuables/phones in plastic bags
➡Rainwear / Poncho / Waterproof jacket etc. if you don’t want to get wet
➡Some Dry fruits / Dry Snacks / Energy Bars 🍐🍎
➡Glucon D / ORS / Tang / Gatorade sachets, lemon
➡Cap / Gog / Camera 📷 (optional). 🕶 🧢👒
➡Extra pair of clothes, napkin.
➡Winter jacket, cap, muffler.
➡🔦Torch with Extra Batteries🔋( Compulsory)
➡Face mask 😷
➡Hand sanitizer🧴
➡Personal small medical kit. (If u require usually/Optional)
➡Identity Proof
➡Wear Full sleeves and Full Track Pant this will protect from Summer Sun / Thorns / Insects / Prickles
➡Haversack to put all these things.

➭Please do not expect hotel kind of food service in trekking events.
➭Remember we are not organizing picnic.

*Includes:-*
✅ Travel from Pune by car/bus 🚙

✅Dormitory /Tent stay on sharing basis
✅Food:
○ Day 1 – 1 Breakfast , 1 veg Lunch, 1 tea & Snack, 1 veg dinner

○ Day 2 – 1 Breakfast, 1 veg lunch
✅Entry Charges.
✅First Aid Charges.

*Excludes:*
⛔Mineral water.
⛔Any kind of insurance, Soft-drinks, etc.
⛔Anything other than above-mentioned inclusions.
⛔Any medical / Emergency evacuations if required Insurance

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