Mirgad Fort

Set in one of the very idyllic locations for cross country trek, Mirgad possess a very unique setting. This place is also called as Mirya Dongar.
Looking mostly like a surveillance tower this fort has a very little historical mention.

Type : Hill forts

Fort Range : Raigad

District : Raigad

Fascinating Spots :
Though the fort is not having any structure on it, the environs of the fort present a magnificent view. Also don’t miss the Bauxite mines which lie en route to Mirgad via Sapoli.

Vageshwar Temple – :
This temple of Lord Shiva is estimated to be more than 400 years back. Having many beautiful but largely ruined sculptures this temple also houses a tomb. A nice waterfall near this temple is surely an add-on to the surrounding of this temple.

Ways To Reach :
The following are the ways one can take to reach the fort.
1) Pen – Sapoli – Panchgani – Mirgad :
This route is longest among the listed routes and requires 5-6 hours to reach Mirgad.
2) Pen – Chawdi naka – Mirgad :
This route as per the information given by local villagers takes around 2 -3 hours.
3) Pen – Sapoli – Vageshwar Temple – Mirgad :
Till Vageshwar one can avail road transport service. Though no regular services are available till the temple, one can take private vehicle till the temple. From temple Mirgad rests at a space of one hour.