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Shambhu Mahadev is the sub range of Sahyadri starting from Pratapgad to eastern side. This range is divided into three parts and Sajjangad is situated on one of these sub ranges. One should touch the soil here sanctified by the feet of Samrath Ramdas Swami. Poet Anant has aptly described the place the sacred one, blessed by the existence of Lord Hanuman and residence of Saint Ramdas Swami. The fort stands 10 km away to the south- west of the Satara city in the ravine of the Urmodee or Urvashee River.
Location: West of Satara Distance from major cities:
Mumbai - 290 km
Pune - 130 km
Satara - 20 km Villages at Foothills: Parali, Gajwadi
Altitude: 4320 ft (1317 m)
In ancient time, saint Ashwalayan resided on this hill, due to which the fort is also known as Ashwalayan gad. It also changed into Ashwalgad. The fort was created by king Bhoj from Shilahar dine sty in 11th century. The village at the base of the fort is as Parali so the fort was also called as, the fort of Parali. The mention of this fort is found in the region of the 4th Bahamani king Mahommad Shah (1358 to 1375). Later, it went in the hands of Adilshah who grabbed a portion of Bahamani state. The mention of Phajal khan is found in 1632 as the in charge of the fort. On 2nd April 1673, this fort was conquered by Shivaji Maharaj from Adilshah. Saint Samarth Ramdas permanently resided on this fort as per the request of Shivaji Maharaj. And the fort was named as Sajjangad. Then, after coronation, Shivaji Maharaj came for blessings of Samarth on 3-11-1678, Shivaji Maharaj sent Sambhaji to Sajjangad. However, Sambhaji ran away from Sajjangad on 3rd December 1678 and joined Dilerkhan. After unfortunate death of Shivaji Maharaj on 18 January 1682, the idol of Shriram was on the fort. Ramdas Swami also passed away on 22-1-1682. Though Samarth transferred all the rights regarding the fort to Divakar Gosavi, the administration was allotted to Bhanji and Ramji Gosavi. However conflicts arose between them. When Sambhaji Maharaj heard about it, he wrote to Jijoji Katkar, the Killedar of Sajjangad. The letter intended to settle the dispute and to follow the orders of the respected elder people. Later on 21 April 1700, the fort was captured by Moghals and named by then as`Nauras-Satara,. In 1709 Marathas captured the fort. However in 1818 the fort fell in the hands of British.
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Dwar: It is the first doorway to the fort. An overhanging cliff right behind the door is a sight.
Samarth Dwar: It is the second door. The glimpses of Mughal architecture can be seen here. An idol of Hanuman has been established here by Ramdas Swami.
Urdu Inscription: On entering into the second gate, we can see a stone inscription. The meaning of it is as follows:
1) The Prosperity is seen as we enter your door.
2) The courage by his deeds is blooming the flowers.
3) You are the place to remove all the worries. But you are free from them.
4) The worries are put away from you.5) The base of the building gate on fort was created on the date -3rd Janadilakhar. The works were carried under the rule of Adilshah Rehan
Ram Ghal: A natural cave. Samarth Ramdas swami is said to have meditated here.
Ghodale Lake: A huge lake and source of portable water.
Anglai Devi Temple: Samarth Ramdas discovered the idol of Anglai in Angapur, along with the idol of Shreeram in Chaphal.
Sonale Lake: The source of portable water for the entire fort.Sridhar Kuti and Hanuman Temple: Right next to the Sonale lake are these temples.
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Shri Ram Mandir and Ramdas Samadhi: A magnificent temple with silver idols of Lord Ram, Laxman and Sita. These were established by Samartha Ramdas. Below the temple is the Samadhi of Ramdas Swami.
Shejghar: A place where all the articles used by Samarth Ramdas are on display.
Dhaabyacha Maruti: One of the famous 11 Hanuman idols established by Ramdas SwamiBastion: Right behind Dhaabyacha Maruti temple is a bastion which offers a magnificent view of the surroundings. The crisscross road which leads to Thoseghar is worth a watch. In the valley on the right is the Umrodi project.
Trek Routes
Gajwadi Route (Grade: Easy) - Gajwadi is 3 km before Parali Rd. From this place it’s possible to reach at the top of the fort directly by vehicle. After going 100 steps further, we reach at the gate. It takes 15 minutes approximately to reach to the fort from road.
Parali Route (Grade: Easy) - The distance between Satara and Parali is 10 km Parali is at the base of fort. To reach to the fort, one has to go by 780 steps and these steps take you to the main gate of the fort. One hour is enough to reach the top from Parali.
Motorable Route (Grade: Easy) - Gajwadi is 3 km before Parali Rd. From this place it,s possible to reach at the top of the fort directly by vehicle. After going 100 steps further, we reach at the gate. It takes 15 minutes approximately to reach to the fort from road.
