Shivneri Fort
शिवनेरी
Birthplace in 1630 of Shivaji, founder of the Maratha kingdom; the hill fort has seven gates, the chamber where he was born, and a statue of Jijabai.
The fort lies outside the town of Junnar, about 95 km north of Pune. From the parking area, it takes about 1 hour to climb up through seven gates. Visitors can see the small chamber where Shivaji was born, a cradle memorial, statues of Jijabai and the young Shivaji, and ancient water cisterns. The hill also contains dozens of early Buddhist cave temples. A large commemorative event is held every February on Shivaji's birthday. It can be combined with the Lenyadri Caves in a single day trip.
Opening hours
About 09:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Lenyadri Caves
- Bhimashankar Temple
- Alandi (Sant Dnyaneshwar Samadhi)
- Aga Khan Palace
- Chaturshringi Temple
- Koregaon Park
- Osho International Meditation Resort
- Pataleshwar Cave Temple