One of the most beautiful forts of Maharashtra, Panhala Fort, is located in the Sahyadri mountain range, over a pass that connects Bijapur in central Maharashtra. Panhala is located 20Km away from Kolhapur. It is well known in the history of Maharashtra as the queen regent of Kolhapur, Tarabai, stayed in the Fort for some years.

Location: Panhala Fort, Panhala, Maharashtra 416201

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Located on the Sahyadri Mountain range, Raigadh Fort is at the height of 820m. Additionally, it is also known as the most secure Fort in the region. It is popular for the beauty and the glorious past that it portrays; it depicts the history and life of the Marathas.

Location: Raigad, Maharashtra

Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing

Shanivarwada Fort is a popular Fort in the city of Pune located in Maharashtra. It has great historic significance as it was the seat of the Marathas from 1730 to 1818. This extremely beautiful Fort, built by Peshwas of Chhatrapati, is known to have been haunted by Peshwa Narayanrao's ghost. Unfortunately, it has been destroyed several times due to varying reasons, some of them being military attacks and fire. The Fort is popular among the local people in Maharashtra and tourists from across the world as it gives a glimpse of the history of the Maratha empire. If you visit Pune, then Shanivarwada is must visit Fort, and it is one of the monuments of India.

Location: Shaniwar Peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411030

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Marathas constructed the Fort in the 16th century, and it is located in the Maharashtra-Goa border region. British captured the Fort in 1765 and sold the land in 1890, keeping ownership of the walls of Fort. It is popularly known as the Redi fort and is a beautiful piece of architecture worth the visit.

Location: Redi, Khalchikar, Maharashtra 416517

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Established by Shivaji Maharaj in 1664, Sidhugarh Fort was constructed on the island. The rocky island on which the Fort is established was selected by Shivaji Maharaj. Another interesting fact about the construction of this Fort is that the foundation stones are laid in molten lead. The Fort looks majestic with its beautiful gateways and solid walls. Sidhugarh is known as one of the most preserved forts in Maharashtra. It has a solid zig-zag wall of 4 Km and 9 Km. With a temple dedicated to Shivaji Maharaj, the Fort gives the best location to click pictures in the Arabian Sea background.

Location: Malvan, Maharashtra 416606

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Located at an elevation of 1312 m above sea level, Sinhgarh fort is situated southwest of Pune. According to the sources, the Fort could be as old as 2000 years. This popular Fort is well-known as Kondhana and has witnessed major battles of history, one of which is the popular Battle of Sinhgarh in 1670. People must visit this Fort if they are travelling to Pune as the Fort is beautifully constructed and has great historical significance.

Location: Sinhagad Ghat Rd, Thoptewadi, Maharashtra 411025

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Located in Satara, Pratapgarh is a beautifully built, huge fort constructed in 1657. It is in near proximity to the Mahabaleshwar, located only about 8 Km away. One of the most popular Forts in Maharashtra, Pratapgarh Fort, is an absolute treat to the eyes of the visitors. The 13th Chhatrapati, Udyanraje Bhosle, owned this Fort located in the former Satara state. It also had a guest house and national park, which was constructed in 1960. The Fort has a view of the Konkan coast which makes it even more beautiful and worth the visit.

Location: Hinjavadi, Maan Rd, Pune, Maharashtra 400033

Known For: Trekking, photography, sightseeing

Prachandgad is another name for the popular Torna Fort, which is located approximately at the height of 1403m above sea level. The highest hill in Pune has great significance in history as it was first captured by Shivaji Maharaj when he was 16, and this was not until 1643. Torna Fort is a precious piece of architecture with beautifully designed towers and monuments.

Location: Rajgad, Torna Trek Charhat Wadi, Maharashtra

Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing

King Krishna III of Malkhed built the Fort around 1200 years ago. Its approximate distance from the Ranthambhore National Park is 50 Km. The architecture of the Kandhar fort closely resembles the Shivneri Forts in Maharashtra. Surrounded by a canal filled with water, it is a place worth visiting if you pay a visit to Nanded.

Location: Khilla Road, Nanded

Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing

Manarajan and Shrivardhan Forts came together to form the Rajmachi Fort, which is situated in the mountains of Sahyadri in a village named Rajmachi. A most popular place for nature lovers, Rajmachi Fort, is a beautiful place for photography and sightseeing.

Location: Lonavala, Pune, Maharashtra

Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing