Machindragadमच्छिंद्रगड
An easy fort above the Krishna valley with a Nath temple on top.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSangli, Maharashtra
Satara-Kolhapur
Satara-Kolhapur
Best time to visit1 August to 28 February
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyEasy
Height750 m above sea level
Time needed2 hrs
Base and nearbyMachindragad village, Walwa
EntryFree
About Machindragad
A low fort above the Krishna valley in Sangli, built in Shivaji’s time and named for the Nath saint Machhindranath, whose temple sits on top. It is an easy walk and doubles as a local pilgrimage, so you will usually meet someone up there.
What to see and do
- Machhindranath temple on the summit
- Krishna valley views
- Short, easy approach suitable for anyone
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
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