Manikgadमाणिकगड
Forested, ruined and almost empty, a Raigad fort for people who dislike crowds.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereRaigad, Maharashtra
Konkan & Raigad
Konkan & Raigad
Kind of placeForts, Jungle Trails
Best time to visit1 August to 28 February
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September), Post-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height500 m above sea level
Time needed4 hrs
Base and nearbyVashivali, Panvel
EntryFree
About Manikgad
A ruined, forested fort in the Apta belt with barely any footfall. There is not much left standing, but the forest walk in and the total quiet are the draw.
What to see and do
- Thick forest approach
- Ruined gateways and cisterns
- Almost guaranteed solitude
- Views over the Amba river valley
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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