Songiri Fortसोनगिरी
A small, barely documented fort above the Koyna valley near Patan.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereSatara, Maharashtra
Satara-Kolhapur
Satara-Kolhapur
Kind of placeForts, Jungle Trails
Best time to visit15 October to 28 February
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February)
DifficultyModerate
Height850 m above sea level
Time needed3 hrs
Base and nearbySongiri, Patan
EntryFree
About Songiri Fort
A small hill fort in the Patan area near the Koyna valley. Almost nothing is recorded about it and the remains are limited to some walling and a cistern or two, but the forest approach and the valley views make the walk worthwhile.
What to see and do
- Forest approach from Songiri village
- Cisterns near the top
- Views into the Koyna valley
Part of Sahyadri (Western Ghats).
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