Ballarpur Fortबल्लारपूर किल्ला
A 14th-century Gond fort on the Wardha, before the capital moved to Chandrapur.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereChandrapur, Maharashtra
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Kind of placeForts, Monuments & Heritage
Best time to visit1 August to 28 February
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyBallarpur, Chandrapur
EntryFree
About Ballarpur Fort
A Gond fort on the bank of the Wardha, built by Khandkya Ballal Shah in the 14th century before the dynasty shifted its capital to Chandrapur. Substantial walls and gateways survive, and almost nobody visits.
What to see and do
- Gond-dynasty riverside fort
- Wardha river frontage
- Carved gateways and bastions
- Tadoba within reach
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