Deeply moved by Tanaji’s heroic sacrifice, Shivaji Maharaj renamed the fort Sinhagad, immortalizing his valiant warrior as ...

The Torna Fort in Pune has great cultural and historic importance. Also known as Prachandgad, this was the first fort captured by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at the age of 16 years. It’s located at an ...

Torna Fort (1646): His first military success came with the seizure of Torna Fort, marking the beginning of his struggle for independence. Battle of Pratapgad (1659): In a legendary encounter, Shivaji ...

After taking Torna fort from the Bijapur Sultante in the year 1646, Shivaji Maharaj in the next ten years captured strategic forts and lands, defying Bijapur's control. advertisement The Sultanate ...

Harihar is just one of Maharashtra’s many stairway challenges. Whether it’s the legendary Raigad Fort, the sky-high Torna Fort at 4,063 feet, or the nerve-wracking ascent of Kalavantin Durg, each trek ...

Torna Fort. Credit: Canva. If the nomination is approved, these forts will join India’s existing list of 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, giving them global recognition and protection. This will not ...

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, born on February 19, 1630, in the Shivneri Fort, is eulogized as a legend of Indian history and founder of the Maratha Empire. His life is an epitome of courage ...

A man died from a heart attack after climbing Torna Fort in Pune, Maharashtra on Saturday (February 7). Ranjit Mohandas Shinde, 44, a dairy business owner was a native of Songav, Satara, who was ...

This beautiful fort Torna was the first fort captured by Shivaji Maharaj at the age of 16, marking the beginning of the Maratha Empire This victory marked a crucial turning point in the rise of ...

Battle of Torna (1647 AD) At the young age of 16, Shivaji, demonstrating his audacity, captured the Torna fort, which was under the Bijapur Sultanate.

Torna Fort, the first fort captured by Shivaji Maharaj, boasts panoramic views and a rewarding trek. This historical gem offers both adventure and a sense of accomplishment for visitors. 7.