Visapur Fort is located near Visapur village of Maharashtra, India. It was built as a twin fort to Lohagad fort but the only difference is that Visapur fort is at slight higher height (3556 feet) than the Lohagad fort. Lohagad fort is built at the vicinity of 10 km distance.
Lohagad was built earlier than Visapur fort. Visapur fort was built by Balaji Vishwanath, the first Peshwa to Chhatrapati Shahu Maharaj. It is said that it was in use between 1713-1818. Fort was built with the help of stones.
We can say that even though they used stones to construct these forts but then also they proved to be most trustworthy and strong enough too!
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This fort has Hanuman carvings that show the patron deity of the empire at that era. But unfortunately, demolished in 1818. At those times these forts and nearby villages invaded by the enemies so as to extend their empire.
Visapur fort History –
The Visapur fort was built with the purpose to protect the Lohagad fort. The Lohagad fort was ruled by various dynasties like Satavahanas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Yadavs, Bahmanis, Nizams, Mughals and Marathas.
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj captured The Lohagad fort in 1648AD. But soon as per the Treaty of Purandar he had to give it to the Mughals. But Shivaji Maharaj again recaptured it in 1665 AD. And afterwards, it was used to keep the treasury. For a long time, the Marathas ruled it.
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The Britishers attacked the Lohagad fort on 4th March 1800. It involved 800 native soldiers, 380 European soldiers, artillery from Chakan and two British battalions attacked this fort and took over the control.
Visapur fort Trek –
If you are a trekker, then surely this place is for you! Once in a life, you must take a look over this place. Even though the trek might be somewhat rocky but surely, you will enjoy it too.
To begin with, you can opt for one of the following three routes to start off which are – Gaimukh khind, Bhaja Caves and Patan village. You can start the trek from Bhaja village, which is nearly 2-2.5 hrs away from the fort.
This fort gives you a perfect view to showcase nature’s panorama of waterfalls and fog. One day trek to this place can be the best option.
