Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 9th and 10th July 2016 with Mumbai Outdoors

Trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 9th and 10th July 2016 with Mumbai Outdoors

Hello Friends,
We are glad to invite you for trek to Harishchandragad via Pachnai on 9th and 10th July 2016.

Harishchandragad-The fort is quite ancient. Remnants of Microlithic man have been discovered here. The various Puranas (ancient scriptures) like Matsyapurana, Agnipurana and Skandapurana include many references about Harishchandragad. Its origin is said to have been in 6th century, during the rule of Kalchuri dynasty. The citadel was built during this era. The various caves probably have been carved out in the 11th century. In these caves are idols of Lord Vishnu.

Though the cliffs are named Taramati and Rohidas, they are not related to Ayodhya. Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic “Tatvasaar”), used to meditate here in 14th century. The caves are from the same period. The various constructions on the fort and those existing the surrounding region point to the existence of diverse cultures here. The carvings on the temples of Nageshwar (in Khireshwar village), in the Harishchandreshwar  temple and in the cave of Kedareshwar indicate that the fort belongs to the medieval period, since it is related to Shaiva, Shakta or Naath. Later the fort was under the control of Moguls. The Marathas captured it in 1747.

One of the memorable place on the fort is "Konkankada".

You can see amazing view from the Konkankada.

Type : Hill Fort

Height : 4500 ft approx

Region : Malshej Ghat

Grade:Easy

Fascinating Spots

 

·         Saptatirtha Pushkarni

·          

      Kedareshwar Cave

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       Konkan Kada (Konkan cliff)

·         Taramati peak

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         Caves on Harishchandragad

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·         Temple of Harishchandreshwar

Temple of kedareshwar 

 

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

9th July 2016,
Catch fast train to Kasara from CST leaving @ 6.55am

Train Timings are as follows:

CST-6.55am

BYCULLA-7.02am

DADAR-7.08am

KURLA-7.15am

GHATKOPAR-7.19am

THANE-7.35am

KALYAN-7.54am

Kasara-9.08am

 Meeting point : Kasara Station @ 9.30am

10.00 am : Start towards Pachnai

12.00 pm : Reach Pachnai and Lunch

01.00 pm : Start the trek
03.00 pm : Reach th top,rest and Visit Kokankada
08.00 pm: Dinner and stay in Caves

10th July 2016

6.00 am : Good Morning and get fresh, Breakfast

6.45 am: ascend Taramati

11.00 am : Break for snacks, Lunch @ village

02.00 pm : Move to Kasara

5.30 pm : Reach  Kasara

The cost for the trek is  Rs. 1300/-
Includes 
Transportation from Kasara to Kasara,3 veg meals,breakfast etc....

Here is a list of all the things that we need to carry:

1. A haversack to put in all the things to be carried. So that one has hands free while trekking.

2. A bottle of water (1.5 ltr).

3. Camera (Optional), Avoid wearing Gold and other jewelry.

4. Electoral / Energy powder, 2 Lemon, some snacks & biscuits (optional).

5. Torch with extra batteries.

6. Personal medicines & 2 plastic bags for weight distribution, mosquito’s cream.

7. A good trekking shoes.

8. Bedding, extra pair of cloths. 

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