Rasalgadरसाळगड
The first of the Rasalgad, Sumargad and Mahipatgad trio above Khed.
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Konkan Coast
Konkan Coast
Best time to visit15 October to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height600 m above sea level
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbyRasalgadwadi, Khed
EntryFree
About Rasalgad
The first of a well known trio, Rasalgad, Sumargad and Mahipatgad, which experienced trekkers link up over two days. Taken on its own it is a straightforward climb with a good deal of wall, a temple and cisterns on top.
What to see and do
- Temple and cisterns on the summit
- Substantial surviving ramparts
- Start point for the three-fort traverse
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
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