Gorakhgad
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Gorakhgad Fort is a fort located 24 km from Murbad, Thane district, of Maharashtra. This fort is an important fort in Thane district. This fort was mainly used by sadhus or hermits for meditation.and also by local people's of surrounding village,[1] It was also used to guard the ancient trade route passing through Naneghat.
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Gorakhgad Fort | |
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Part of Sahyadri Hill Range | |
Thane district, Maharashtra | |
Coordinates | 19°11′31.9″N 73°32′26.8″E |
Type | Hill fort |
Height | 649.22 M(2130 Ft) |
Site information | |
Owner | Government of India |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruins |
Site history | |
In use | Hermits for meditation |
Materials | Stone |
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