Pargad

Paargad Fort is situated to the south of Kolhapur in Maharashtra state in India, at a distance of around 28 km from Chandgad. One of the major attractions of this fort is its serene environment and lush green surroundings. It is also known for housing a bronze statue of Chatrapati Shivaji and a temple of Bhagawati Bhawani.^{[citation needed]}

Pargad fort
Part of former Maratha Empire, now Maharashtra
Kolhapur District, Maharashtra (near Kolhapur)
Site information
Type	Hill fort
Owner	Government of India
Open to the public	Yes
Location
Pargad fort Shown within Maharashtra
Site history
Materials	Stone, lead
Garrison information
Past commanders	Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
Occupants	Chattrapati Shahu

The gad can be trekked from the village of Morle and across Palye located in Dodamarg taluka. Bus service runs from Dodamarg to Morle (18 km) and Dodamarg to Palye (16 km). A bus service also runs from Chandagad directly to Pargad.

On the way to Pargad from Goa one can visit the towns of Dodamarg, Palye and Medhe for the beautifully crafted tanks, and the Tilari Dam.

Fort was maintained by Raiba (Son of Tanaji Malusare).

External links

• Satellite view of Pargad Fort
• Paargad

15.81649°N 74.04562°E / 15.81649; 74.04562