Raigad (Marathi:रायगड) is a hill fort situated in Mahad, Raigad district of Maharashtra, India. The Raigad Fort, formerly known as Rairi, was built by Chandraraoji More, the King of Jawali, who was then seized by Shivaji who made it his capital in 1674 when he was crowned the King of a Maratha Kingdom which later developed into the Maratha Empire, eventually covering much of western and central India.
While driving towards Raigad fort you'll be encountered with alot of breathtaking views and waterfalls.
There is a long stretch of nearly 1450 steps that leads to the fort. In the current times for the convenience of the tourists who comes to visits the place a rope way has been made that helps the tourists to reach the top of the fort. The Raigad fort is the perfect holiday destination for a weekend. The fort bears the heritage of the ancient Marathas.
You should definately have a Maharashtran breakfast outside the ticket counter of Raigad fort.
