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# 9 Trek to Kalavantin Durg on 8th February 2015

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# 8 Trek to Rajmachi on 31st January 2015 -1st February 2015 - two days trek to Rajmachi Via Lonalava & descend Via Karjat

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Short info Date: 31st Jan-1st Feb 2015. Duration: 2 day trek. Type: Hill Fort Height: 3600 Feet above MSL (Approx) Grade: Easy- medium Range: Karjat. Rajmachi is a fort in Karjat region. There are two forts which were built by Shivaji Emperor during 17th century. It is a famous spot for trekking. It is a 17 km trekking distance from Lonavla. Rajmachi fort is a strategic fort overlooking Borghat(ghat between Mumbai and Pune) which was a historical trade route. Rajmachi peak has two fortified structures - the Shrivardhan fort and Manoranjan fort. Rajmachi can be reached by 2 ways, the tough route from Kondivide village near Karjat and the other easy but long way route from Lonavala. Places to Visit 1. Kal Bhairava temple is situated in the col between Shrivardhan and Manaranjan. Local inhabitants worship Kal Bhairava even today. 2. There are two Fortresses on Rajmachi – the taller one in the east is Shrivardhan fort and the other in the west is Manaranjan fort. Ra