Rasalgad

Location
This small fort is located about 20-25 km east of Khed. One has to reach Khed and then catch a bus to reach village Nimani. The frequency of bus is very low and hence, one may have to travel by local transport.


Precaution :No special precaution is needed.


Sight Seeing
On the way up, one can see a Maruti idol painted with Shendoor just before the top 3-4 cannons are randomly placed on the fort top. Villager's have maintained Zolaidevi mandir in good condition and have even brought electricity in the mandir. Few remnants can be seen on the eastern part of the fort and a Shivlinga and Nandiis found on the south eastern part
Fort has 2 such darwaja's (gates) and both are in good condition. Rasalgad darwaja Plenty of potable water is available on the fort. 4-5 such water tanks are there on the top.


Transport
Kalyan to Khed (road/rail, ~ 200 km)- Nimani (road, ~ 25km)


Type-Hill Fort
Height above mean sea level-
Region: Kokan