A highly popular trekking destination in the Western Ghats, or Sahyadri mountains, of the Maharashtra region of India is the wonderful Rajmachi Fort. This is considered an ideal hike for a beginning or intermediate trekker, and is easily enjoyed by anyone wishing to explore the history of the two citadels, or Bale killa, that make up Rajmachi Fort.

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Nestled in the misty beauty of the Western Ghats hills of India is Malshej Ghat. This city is popular for native and foreign tourists alike, both for the natural beauty of the place and for its history and nearby sights and attractions. Many visitors also choose the city because it is traditionally missing the overcrowded and bustling environment of many other neighboring towns and cities.

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With a 2000 year old history and at 3400 ft high, Lohagad one of the magestic forts in the region. Lohagad ("The Iron fort") is one of the many hill forts of Chatrapati Shivaji and was used for keeping prisoners in the year 1564.

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Peth fort or Kotligad (1550 ft) was a watch post for soldiers guarding the Bhor Ghat, an important trade route between Pune and Kalyan.

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Date :30th July 2006This o­ne day hike to Karnala is best enjoyed during the monsoons, when wisps of mist flirt with the way to the top of the fort as it towers protectively above the dense forest at its base. Maharashtra Government declared this 4.5 Sq.Km. region as the bird sanctuary in 1968-69. The sanctuary, while small (4.8 sq. km) is a delight for bird watchers all through the year, and is home to some 150 resident species and over 35 species of migratory birds.

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A classic hiking destination in the Malshej ghat region. Easy hike and pleasant stay. Open for all age groups, but please be prepared to walk, and carry your own load, plus a share from the common rations o­n the way (will not be anything very heavy)

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If you're looking for a fun location to head off too, which is possible for most members of your group, look no further. Naneghat is where you want to go. Naneghat also holds historical significance as one of the important trade routes connecting the Deccan Plateau with the Konkan. This is an easy hike and has much to offer for a variety of interests.

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Wide Aware has announced its monsoon hike to Kondana Caves this July. Stay tuned for dates. All travel is by Sumo, food will be provided, a nature expert will be present to help expand our knowledge of the world we will wander in, and plans are in the offing for a rain dance in the afternoon, in case the rain we want does not happen!

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