Shivgad
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Shivgad Fort ( Marathi: शिवगड किल्ला ) is a fort located 89km from Kolhapur, in Kolhapur district, of Maharashtra. This fort was an important fort in Kolhapur district as a watch over for the Phonda ghat trade route from Kolhapur to coastal ports. The fort is surrounded by thick forest and hill slopes.
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Shivgad Fort | |
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शिवगड किल्ला | |
Part of Sahyadri Hill Range | |
Kolhapur district, Maharashtra | |
Coordinates | 16°24′46.8″N 73°50′32.3″E |
Type | Hill fort |
Height | 2400 Mt. |
Site information | |
Owner | Government of India |
Controlled by | Maratha (1739-1818) United Kingdom
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Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruins |
Site history | |
Materials | Stone |
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