IN PICS: 7 Must-Visit Forts Of Maratha Warrior To Explore In Maharashtra

The following slides mentions some of the most popular Shivaji Maharaj's forts in Maharashtra:

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Raigad Fort, located approximately 140 kilometers from Pune, served as the capital of the Maratha Empire under Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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Shivneri Fort is a 17th-century military fortification near Junnar in Pune district. It is located in the Pune district and it is the birthplace of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.

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Torna Fort is often explored during monsoon and is known for its cautious climbing; it is the first fort captured by Shivaji Maharaj.

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Panhala Fort is place where the Maratha leader spent more than 500 days at this place and it was the capital of their empire before it became part of the British Empire in 1827.

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Murud-Janjira Fort is built alongside the waters and has a sculpture of a beast holding four elephants in its claws that will draw your attention.

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Lohagad Fort, also known as Iron Fort, is another must-visit place. It is situated in Lonavala.

Sinhagad Fort is another fort to visit. It is situated near Pune and is known for its historical battles.

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