Historical Significance
Built by Hiroji Indulkar under the supervision of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.Shivaji Maharaj was crowned as the Chhatrapati (Emperor) here in 1674.
The fort remained the administrative headquarters of the Maratha Empire.
It houses the Samadhi (memorial) of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
The Takmak Tok (execution point) and Maha Darwaja (main entrance) are key attractions symbolizing Maratha valor.
Historical Significance
Built in 1656 by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj under the guidance of Moropant Pingle, his chief minister.
The fort is famous for the Battle of Pratapgad (1659), where Shivaji Maharaj defeated the formidable general Afzal Khan, establishing his military reputation.
Served as an important military and administrative post of the Maratha Empire.
Historical Significance
Dates back to 3rd century AD, originally built by local rulers and later strengthened by the Marathas.
Birthplace of Shivaji Maharaj on 19 February 1630; his early life was nurtured here under his mother Jijabai.
Served as a strategic military fort controlling trade and defense in the region.
Historical Significance
Torna Fort was originally called Prachandagad due to its massive size and fortifications.
Captured by Shivaji Maharaj at the age of 16, it was his first major military achievement.
The fort served as a strategic Maratha military outpost, controlling the trade routes in the region.
It witnessed several battles during the Maratha and later Mughal periods.