Torna Fort
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The first fort Shivaji captured at the age of 16, at about 1,400 metres the highest hill fort in the Pune region, facing Rajgad across a valley.
Torna, also called Prachandagad (the Great Fort), has a long, narrow ridge with gatehouses, water cisterns and a temple to the goddess Manjai. The climb from Velhe village takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. The final stretch is steep and includes rock-cut steps. Experienced hikers traverse from Torna to Rajgad, which takes two days. The rainy season brings strong winds and dense fog, so hike in a group and watch for falling rocks.
Opening hours
Open all day (hiking required)
Nearby sights
- Rajgad Fort
- Sinhagad Fort
- Khadakwasla Dam
- Tamhini Ghat
- Mulshi Lake & Dam
- Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park (Katraj Zoo)
- Pu La Deshpande Udyan (Pune–Okayama Friendship Garden)
- Parvati Hill