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'''Pratapgad''' is a mountain fort located in [[Satara district]], in the [[Western India]]n state of [[Maharashtra]].The fort is situated 24 kilometres from the [[Mahabaleshwar]] hill station. The fort is now a popular tourist destination.
'''Pratapgad''' is a mountain fort located in [[Satara district]], in the [[Western India]]n state of [[Maharashtra]]. The fort is situated 24 kilometres from the [[Mahabaleshwar]] hill station. The fort is now a tourist destination.


The fort's historical significance is due to the [[Battle of Pratapgad]], which took place here on 10 November 1659, between [[Shivaji]] and [[Bijapur Sultanate]] general [[Afzal Khan (general)|Afzal Khan]]. Chatrapati Shivaji's killing of [[Afzal Khan (general)|Afzal Khan]] was followed by decisive Maratha victory over the Bijapur army.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2019-02-19 |title=प्रतापगड किल्ला जिथे शिवाजी महाराजांनी केला होता अफजल खानाचा वध! |url=https://www.lokmat.com/travel/pratapgarh-fort-where-shivaji-maharaj-had-killed-afzal-khan/ |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=[[Lokmat]] |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=अफझलखानाच्या थडग्याच्या जागेचा वाद पुन्हा पेटणार; माजी आमदारानं दिला 'हा' इशारा |url=https://maharashtratimes.com/maharashtra/satara/former-mla-nitin-shinde-warns-of-agitation-for-opening-of-afzal-khan-tomb/articleshow/88315710.cms |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Shivpratap Din : शिवरायांचा 'हा' प्रसंग आठवला, तर अंगावर काटा आल्याशिवाय राहणार नाही |url=https://www.esakal.com/satara/celebrate-shiv-pratap-day-2021-at-pratapgad-satara-bam92 |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=[[eSakal]] |language=mr-IN}}</ref>
The fort's historical significance is due to the [[Battle of Pratapgad]], which took place here on 10 November 1659, between [[Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj]] and [[Bijapur Sultanate]] general [[Afzal Khan (general)|Afzal Khan]].<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |date=2019-02-19 |title=प्रतापगड किल्ला जिथे शिवाजी महाराजांनी केला होता अफजल खानाचा वध! |url=https://www.lokmat.com/travel/pratapgarh-fort-where-shivaji-maharaj-had-killed-afzal-khan/ |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=[[Lokmat]] |language=mr}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=अफझलखानाच्या थडग्याच्या जागेचा वाद पुन्हा पेटणार; माजी आमदारानं दिला 'हा' इशारा |url=https://maharashtratimes.com/maharashtra/satara/former-mla-nitin-shinde-warns-of-agitation-for-opening-of-afzal-khan-tomb/articleshow/88315710.cms |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=Maharashtra Times |language=mr}}</ref>
The fort was constructed on a hilltop, about 1,080 meters above sea level, with views of the surrounding landscapes. There are two main entrances to the fort, and the fort's gates are protected by high walls.It is divided into two parts – the lower fort and the upper fort. At present, the lower fort houses the main entrance, while the upper fort contains temples, a modern statue of Shivaji Maharaj, and several buildings.
The fort has several watch towers and bastion for providing strategic military advantages during its time of use.


==History==
==The Big Story==
{{Main|Battle of Pratapgarh}}
{{Main|Battle of Pratapgarh}}
The [[Maratha]] ruler [[Shivaji]] assigned  [[Moropant Trimbak Pingle]], his prime minister, to undertake the construction of this fort in order to defend the banks of the [[Nira River|Nira]] and the [[Koyna River|Koyna rivers]], and to defend the ''Par pass''. It was completed in 1656.<ref name="MaharashtraGazeeter" /><ref>{{Cite journal|last=Kantak|first=M. R.|date=1978|title=The Political Role of Different Hindu Castes and Communities in Maharashtra in the Foundation of Chatrapati Shivaji's Swarajya|url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/42931051|journal=Bulletin of the Deccan College Research Institute|volume=38|issue=1/4|pages=40–56|issn=0045-9801}}</ref>
[[File:Mahabaleshwar Pratapgad 023.jpg|thumb|left|Before restoration works]]
The [[Maratha]] ruler [[Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj]] assigned  [[Moropant Trimbak Pingle]], his prime minister, to undertake the construction of this fort in order to defend the banks of the [[Nira River|Nira]] and the [[Koyna River|Koyna rivers]], and to defend the ''Par pass''. It was completed in 1656.<ref name="MaharashtraGazeeter">{{cite web |title=Pratapgad Fort |url=http://www.maharashtra.gov.in/english/gazetteer/SATARA/places_Pratapgad.html |access-date=2008-08-23 |work=Satara District Gazetteer |publisher=Government of Maharashtra, Gazetteers Department}}</ref><ref>{{Cite journal|last=Kantak|first=M. R.|date=1978|title=The Political Role of Different Hindu Castes and Communities in Maharashtra in the Foundation of Chatrapati Shivaji's Swarajya|url=https://www.jstor.org/stable/42931051|journal=Bulletin of the Deccan College Research Institute|volume=38|issue=1/4|pages=40–56|jstor=42931051 |issn=0045-9801}}</ref>


The Battle of Pratapgad between Shivaji and [[Afzal Khan (general)|Afzal Khan]], a general of [[Adil Shahi dynasty]], was fought below the ramparts of this fort on 10 November 1659. This was the first major test of the fledgling kingdom's army, and set the stage of the establishment of the Maratha empire.<ref name=":1" />
The Battle of Pratapgad between [[Shivaji Maharaj]] and [[Afzal Khan (general)|Afzal Khan]], a general of [[Adil Shahi dynasty]], was fought below the ramparts of this fort on 10 November 1659. This was the first major test of the fledgling kingdom's army, and set the stage of the establishment of the Maratha empire.<ref name=":1" />
Pratapgad Fort is a historical fort located in Satara district of Maharashtra, near Mahabaleshwar. It holds great significance in the history of the Maratha Empire and is known for its connection to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort, built in 1656, stands as a symbol of valor and strategic brilliance.


Pratapgad continued to be involved in regional politics.{{Until when|date=November 2022}} [[Sakharam Bapu Bokil]], a well-known minister of Pune, was confined by his rival [[Nana Phadnis]] in Pratapgad in 1778. He was later moved from fort to fort until he died at [[Raigad Fort|Raigad]]. In 1796, Nana Phadnis, while escaping from the intrigues of [[Daulatrao Shinde]] and his minister Baloba, assembled a strong garrison in Pratapgad before heading to [[Mahad]]. In 1818, as part of the [[Third Anglo-Maratha War]], Pratapgad surrendered by private negotiation. This was a great loss to the Maratha forces, as Pratapgad was an important stronghold, had a large garrison, and could suppress much of the country around [[Wai, Maharashtra|Wai]].{{Citation needed span|text=|date=March 2022}}
Pratapgad continued to be involved in regional politics.{{Until when|date=October 2025}} [[Sakharam Bapu Bokil]], a well-known minister of Pune, was confined by his rival [[Nana Phadnis]] in Pratapgad in 1778. He was later moved from fort to fort until he died at [[Raigad Fort|Raigad]]. In 1796, Nana Phadnis, while escaping from the intrigues of [[Daulatrao Shinde]] and his minister Baloba, assembled a strong garrison in Pratapgad before heading to [[Mahad]]. In 1818, as part of the [[Third Anglo-Maratha War]], Pratapgad was surrendered to the East India company.


==Geography==
==Geography==
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Pratapgad fort is located at 15&nbsp;km (10 miles) from [[Poladpur]] and 23&nbsp;km (15 miles) west of Mahabaleshwar, a popular [[hill station]] of Maharashtra. The fort stands 1080 metres (3543') above sea level<ref name="MaharashtraGazeeter">{{cite web|url=http://www.maharashtra.gov.in/english/gazetteer/SATARA/places_Pratapgad.html|title=Pratapgad Fort|access-date=2008-08-23|work=Satara District Gazetteer|publisher=Government of Maharashtra, Gazetteers Department}}</ref> and is built on a spur which overlooks the road between the villages of Par and Kinesvar.{{Citation needed|date=March 2022}}
Pratapgad fort is located at {{convert|15|km|mi|abbr=on}} from [[Poladpur]] and {{convert|23|km|mi|abbr=on}} west of [[Mahabaleshwar]], a popular [[hill station]] of Maharashtra. The fort stands {{convert|1080|m|ft}} above sea level and is built on a spur which overlooks the road between the villages of Par and Kinesvar.


The fort has a [[Tulja Bhawani]] temple from Shivaji's time. It have [[murti]] of goddess Bhawani, which have eight hands ([[Marathi language|Marathi]] : ''Ashtbhuja''). Weapons of soldiers are on display near this temple.<ref>{{Cite news |date=19 February 2019 |title=प्रतापगड किल्ला जिथे शिवाजी महाराजांनी केला होता अफजल खानाचा वध! |work=[[Lokmat]] |url=https://www.lokmat.com/travel/pratapgarh-fort-where-shivaji-maharaj-had-killed-afzal-khan/ |access-date=23 March 2022}}</ref>
The fort has a [[Tulja Bhawani]] temple from Chhatrapati Shivaji's time. It have [[murti]] of goddess Bhawani, which have eight hands ([[Marathi language|Marathi]] : ''Ashtbhuja''). Weapons of soldiers are on display near this temple.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com/en_us/interland | title=Play Interland - be Internet Awesome }}</ref>


==Tourism==
==Tourism==
[[File: Statue of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Pratapgad.jpg|200 px|thumb|Statue of Chatrapati Shivaji at Pratapgad, inaugurated by first prime minister of India [[Jawaharlal Nehru]]]]
[[File:Statue of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Pratapgad.jpg|200 px|thumb|Statue of Shivaji at Pratapgad, inaugurated by [[Jawaharlal Nehru]],the then prime minister of India in 1957]]  
Pratapgad is usually visited as a day-trip from the hill station of [[Mahabaleshwar]], a popular tourist destination located 25 kilometres away. [[Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation]] provides regular bus service.<ref>{{cite book|last1=Gunaji|first1=Milind|title=Offbeat tracks in Maharashtra|date=2010|publisher=Popular Prakashan|location=Mumbai|isbn=9788179915783|pages=43–44|edition=2nd|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=KHA9SzLMj3EC&q=pratapgad++mahabaleshwar+bus&pg=PA11}}</ref> There are small shops, restaurants and a handicrafts store. Many schools also arrange educational trips to the fort. The fort is also on many trekking routes of the area.<ref>{{cite book|last1=Kapadia|first1=Harish|title=Trek the Sahyadris|date=2003|publisher=Indus Publ.|location=New Delhi|isbn=9788173871511|pages=144–146|edition=5.|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=oICZM5HKRbAC&q=pratapgad&pg=PA9}}</ref>
[[Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation]] provides regular bus service.<ref>{{cite book|last1=Gunaji|first1=Milind|title=Offbeat tracks in Maharashtra|date=2010|publisher=Popular Prakashan|location=Mumbai|isbn=9788179915783|pages=43–44|edition=2nd|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=KHA9SzLMj3EC&q=pratapgad++mahabaleshwar+bus&pg=PA11}}</ref> There are small shops, restaurants and a handicrafts store. Many schools also arrange educational trips to the fort. The fort is also on many trekking routes of the area.<ref>{{cite book|last1=Kapadia|first1=Harish|title=Trek the Sahyadris|date=2003|publisher=Indus Publ.|location=New Delhi|isbn=9788173871511|pages=144–146|edition=5.|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=oICZM5HKRbAC&q=pratapgad&pg=PA9}}</ref>


An bronze equestrian statue of Shivaji is present at the fort. It was unveiled by [[Jawaharlal Nehru]], then [[Prime Minister of India]] on 30 November 1957.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Video : प्रतापगडावरील शिवरायांच्या पुतळ्याचं नेहरुंच्या हस्ते झालं होतं अनावरण |url=https://www.esakal.com/maharashtra/jawaharlal-nehru-inaugurating-the-statue-of-shivaji-maharaj-on-pratapgarh-fort-satara-aau85 |access-date=2022-03-10 |website=eSakal |language=mr-IN}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Chowdhary|first=Charu|title=Pratapgad Fort: A Must-Visit on a Day Trip From Mahabaleshwar &#124; India.com|url=https://www.india.com/travel/articles/pratapgad-fort-a-must-visit-on-a-day-trip-from-mahabaleshwar-3702157/|access-date=2022-03-27|website=www.india.com|language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite magazine|title=Go Offbeat When In Maharashtra|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/outlooktraveller/explore/story/69772/offbeat-destinations-in-maharashtra|access-date=2022-03-27|magazine=[[Outlook India]]|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":0" /> The same year a road was constructed by the Public Works Department from Kumbhrosi village up to fort. A guest house and a small park was built inside the fort in 1960.{{citation needed|date=December 2018}}
The fort has a large bronze equestrian statue of [[Shivaji Maharaj]]. It was unveiled by [[Jawaharlal Nehru]], then [[Prime Minister of India]] on 30 November 1957.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Video : प्रतापगडावरील शिवरायांच्या पुतळ्याचं नेहरुंच्या हस्ते झालं होतं अनावरण |url=https://www.esakal.com/maharashtra/jawaharlal-nehru-inaugurating-the-statue-of-shivaji-maharaj-on-pratapgarh-fort-satara-aau85 |access-date=2022-03-10 |website=eSakal |date=19 February 2022 |language=mr-IN}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=Chowdhary|first=Charu|title=Pratapgad Fort: A Must-Visit on a Day Trip From Mahabaleshwar &#124; India.com|url=https://www.india.com/travel/articles/pratapgad-fort-a-must-visit-on-a-day-trip-from-mahabaleshwar-3702157/|access-date=2022-03-27|website=www.india.com|date=28 June 2019 |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite magazine|title=Go Offbeat When In Maharashtra|url=https://www.outlookindia.com/outlooktraveller/explore/story/69772/offbeat-destinations-in-maharashtra|access-date=2022-03-27|magazine=[[Outlook India]]|language=en}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Shivpratap Din : शिवरायांचा 'हा' प्रसंग आठवला, तर अंगावर काटा आल्याशिवाय राहणार नाही |url=https://www.esakal.com/satara/celebrate-shiv-pratap-day-2021-at-pratapgad-satara-bam92 |access-date=2022-03-09 |website=[[eSakal]] |date=10 November 2021 |language=mr-IN}}</ref> The same year a road was constructed by the Public Works Department from Kumbhrosi village up to fort. A guest house and a small park was built inside the fort in 1960.{{citation needed|date=December 2018}}


==See also==
==See also==
 
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*[[List of forts in Maharashtra]]
*[[List of forts in Maharashtra]]


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Latest revision as of 12:29, 5 December 2025


Pratapgad
Satara district, Maharashtra, India
Pratapgad
View of one of the bastions of Pratapgad.
Pratapgad is located in Maharashtra
Pratapgad
Pratapgad
Coordinates17°56′10″N 73°34′39″E / 17.936224°N 73.577607°E / 17.936224; 73.577607
TypeHill Fort
Height3543 feet [1][2]
Site information
Controlled by Maratha (1656-1818)
 United Kingdom  India (1947-present)
Open to
the public		Yes
Site history
Built1656
Built byShivaji I
ArchitectHiroji Indulkar[citation needed]
Battles/warsBattle of Pratapgad (1659)
EventsChatrapati Shivaji killed Afzal Khan in battle of Pratapgad (1659)[2]
Part ofMaratha Military Landscapes of India
CriteriaCultural: iv, vi
Reference1739-007
Inscription2025 (49th session)

Pratapgad is a mountain fort located in Satara district, in the Western Indian state of Maharashtra. The fort is situated 24 kilometres from the Mahabaleshwar hill station. The fort is now a tourist destination.

The fort's historical significance is due to the Battle of Pratapgad, which took place here on 10 November 1659, between Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Bijapur Sultanate general Afzal Khan.[3][4] The fort was constructed on a hilltop, about 1,080 meters above sea level, with views of the surrounding landscapes. There are two main entrances to the fort, and the fort's gates are protected by high walls.It is divided into two parts – the lower fort and the upper fort. At present, the lower fort houses the main entrance, while the upper fort contains temples, a modern statue of Shivaji Maharaj, and several buildings. The fort has several watch towers and bastion for providing strategic military advantages during its time of use.

The Big Story[edit | edit source]

Main article: Battle of Pratapgarh
Before restoration works

The Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj assigned Moropant Trimbak Pingle, his prime minister, to undertake the construction of this fort in order to defend the banks of the Nira and the Koyna rivers, and to defend the Par pass. It was completed in 1656.[5][6]

The Battle of Pratapgad between Shivaji Maharaj and Afzal Khan, a general of Adil Shahi dynasty, was fought below the ramparts of this fort on 10 November 1659. This was the first major test of the fledgling kingdom's army, and set the stage of the establishment of the Maratha empire.[3] Pratapgad Fort is a historical fort located in Satara district of Maharashtra, near Mahabaleshwar. It holds great significance in the history of the Maratha Empire and is known for its connection to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The fort, built in 1656, stands as a symbol of valor and strategic brilliance.

Pratapgad continued to be involved in regional politics.Template:Until when Sakharam Bapu Bokil, a well-known minister of Pune, was confined by his rival Nana Phadnis in Pratapgad in 1778. He was later moved from fort to fort until he died at Raigad. In 1796, Nana Phadnis, while escaping from the intrigues of Daulatrao Shinde and his minister Baloba, assembled a strong garrison in Pratapgad before heading to Mahad. In 1818, as part of the Third Anglo-Maratha War, Pratapgad was surrendered to the East India company.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Overview of the fort.

Pratapgad fort is located at 15 km (9.3 mi) from Poladpur and 23 km (14 mi) west of Mahabaleshwar, a popular hill station of Maharashtra. The fort stands 1,080 metres (3,540 ft) above sea level and is built on a spur which overlooks the road between the villages of Par and Kinesvar.

The fort has a Tulja Bhawani temple from Chhatrapati Shivaji's time. It have murti of goddess Bhawani, which have eight hands (Marathi : Ashtbhuja). Weapons of soldiers are on display near this temple.[7]

Tourism[edit | edit source]

Statue of Shivaji at Pratapgad, inaugurated by Jawaharlal Nehru,the then prime minister of India in 1957

Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation provides regular bus service.[8] There are small shops, restaurants and a handicrafts store. Many schools also arrange educational trips to the fort. The fort is also on many trekking routes of the area.[9]

The fort has a large bronze equestrian statue of Shivaji Maharaj. It was unveiled by Jawaharlal Nehru, then Prime Minister of India on 30 November 1957.[10][11][12][13] The same year a road was constructed by the Public Works Department from Kumbhrosi village up to fort. A guest house and a small park was built inside the fort in 1960.[citation needed]

See also[edit | edit source]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Pratapgad | District Satara, Government of Maharashtra, India | India". Retrieved 27 March 2022.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 "प्रतापगड किल्ला जिथे शिवाजी महाराजांनी केला होता अफजल खानाचा वध!". Lokmat (in मराठी). 19 February 2019. Retrieved 27 March 2022.
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 "प्रतापगड किल्ला जिथे शिवाजी महाराजांनी केला होता अफजल खानाचा वध!". Lokmat (in मराठी). 19 February 2019. Retrieved 9 March 2022.
  4. ↑ "अफझलखानाच्या थडग्याच्या जागेचा वाद पुन्हा पेटणार; माजी आमदारानं दिला 'हा' इशारा". Maharashtra Times (in मराठी). Retrieved 9 March 2022.
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  10. ↑ "Video : प्रतापगडावरील शिवरायांच्या पुतळ्याचं नेहरुंच्या हस्ते झालं होतं अनावरण". eSakal (in मराठी). 19 February 2022. Retrieved 10 March 2022.
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  13. ↑ "Shivpratap Din : शिवरायांचा 'हा' प्रसंग आठवला, तर अंगावर काटा आल्याशिवाय राहणार नाही". eSakal (in मराठी). 10 November 2021. Retrieved 9 March 2022.

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