Avchitgad

The southern part of Konkan is adorned by natural beauty. The city of Roha is situated on the banks of Kundalika River. Avchitgad is situated in the mountain ranges around Roha. This region is beautiful, and the fort is one of the rich forts of Maharashtra. Dense woods along the mountain have made it bit difficult to ascend the top.
Fact File
Location: Roha, Raigad
Distance from major cities:
Mumbai - 185 km
Pune - 130 km
Villages at Foothills: Pengalsai, Medha, Padam
Altitude: 977' (297 m)
Latitude: 18°28'32"N
Longitude: 73°7'5"E
Best time to visit: Throughout the year. Best during the monsoon {mosmap lat='18.475620'lon='73.118230'}
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Attractions The main entrance to the fort is still in better condition. The bastion on the way from Medhe was much better for keeping a watch on the surrounding region. As we proceed further from the main entrance, we come across the remnants of old constructions on a neighboring hillock. Near the second entrance there is a lake. The water is potable here. Near to it is a statue of Lord Khandoba. The fort is not too wide, but stretches in length. It takes about two hours to
see the fort. The forest around the fort is dense and the fauna comprises wild hogs, leopards, foxes, monkeys, etc. It is a best monsoon trek. rom the top of Avchitgad we can have a glimpse of Telbaila, Sudhagad, Sarasgad, Dhangad, Raigad, Korigad and Savashna Ghat.
topReaching There
- By Air -
Mumbai is the nearest airport well connected by flights from all over.
- By Rail -
Roha on the Kokan railway route is the nearest rail head.
- By Road -
Pengalsai, Medha and Padam are the villages at foot hills and can be accessed by regular bus service from Roha.
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- Pengalsai Route (Grade : Easy) -
Pengalsai is situated at about 5 km from Roha. It is the base village. From here it takes one hour to reach the top.
- Medha Route (Grade : Easy) -
The village of Medha is 7.5 km before Roha on Mumbai-Roha highway. The way to the fort goes along the temple of Lord Vitthal. We have to ascend through thick woods and reach the front bastion after one hour.
- Padam Route (Grade : Easy) -
There is an old factory in the village of Padam. Beyond this factory is the way to the fort, which takes us to the southern entrance within two hours.
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No shelter available on fort. Hence advisible to carry tents for camping or find accommodation at Roha.