Kandhar Fortकंधार
A Rashtrakuta-era water fort ringed by a wide moat, deep in the Marathwada plains.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereNanded, Maharashtra
Marathwada
Marathwada
Kind of placeForts
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 nearbyKandhar, Nanded
EntryFree
About Kandhar Fort
A Rashtrakuta-era water fort ringed by a wide moat, out in the Marathwada plains near Nanded. Flat, walkable and architecturally unusual for the region.
What to see and do
- Wide moat surrounding the fort
- Rashtrakuta and Bahmani-era structures
- Lal Mahal and the old darbar hall
- Sculptures recovered on site
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