The Fort of Rohida,
also known as Vichitragad or Binicha Killa. It is situated in the
valley of Rohid in the Basin of Neera River about 6 miles south of Bhor.
This
historic fort is known to be from the period of Yadavas. Carvings on
the 3rd entrance gate of the fort suggest that the fort was modified by
Mohammad Adil-Shah. Shivaji Maharaj won the fort from the hands of
Bandal-Deshmukh of Rohid in a close battle. After the battle, many
officials along with Bajiprabhu Deshpande, a chief administrator of
Bandals, were inducted into Swarajya movement.
A
series of Ganesh idols can be seen on the frame of the first entrance
gate. Second gate is just 15 to 20 steps ahead. Next, a 57 steps climb
takes to the third entrance gate of the fort. This gate is strongly
built and has some artistic carvings on it. Entering through the gate,
one can see the remnants of two building structures. One of which might
be a courtyard while other presumably be the residence of the Fort
Commander (Killedar). Walking along the left side leads to a temple of
‘Lord Rohidmalla’ or ‘Bhairoba’ in common language. Idols of ‘Lord
Ganesh’, ‘Bhairoba’ and ‘Bhairavi’ can be seen inside.
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| En-route Breakfast |
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| Neckless Point |
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| Gang in My Car |
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| Base Village - Getting Ready for the Trek |
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| And here we go! |
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| Windy Fort |
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| Lush Green |
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| After Windy Scares! |
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| View from the top |
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| Concurred |
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| On the Fort |
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| Some more Group Photos |
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| Some Remains |
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| Centipede |
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| We could see the valleys when wind cleared the clouds |
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| Standing Firm |
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| Entry Door |
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| Ready for Descent |
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| Goodbye Rohida! |
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| Historical References |
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| During Descend |
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| Wooden Doors Standing Firm in heavy Rains |
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| Passing through greens |
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| As we come down! |
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| Lovely flowers |
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| Panaromic |
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| Waterfalls |
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| Insects and Macros |
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| Live young Live Free.. |
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| Anti-Gravity Wind Forces |
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| Before we say Goodbye, final pic of Rohida Fort |
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