Shaniwarwada Fort - This Fort Is One Of The Most Horrible Places In India

SHANIWARWADA FORT

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PUNE

Shaniwarwada is an 18th century fort in Pune Maharashtra, India. Constructed in 1732, it was the place of the Peshwa rulers of the Maratha kingdom until 1818, Bajirao Peshwa built the Shaniwar Wada in 1736. It is a seven storied mansion and served as a seat of political power during its time. It acclaimed tremendous importance and is the city’s main attraction till date.

The Shaniwar Wada was largely destroyed by mysterious fires in 1827 which continued to rise during the 19th century and led to the destruction of the entire palace leaving just the mirror hall intact. When visiting the palace, one can still get a view of the leftover plinths, the fortification walls with five gateways, and nine bastions that enclosed the whole complex.

The elaborate foundations of the original palace along with the nagarkhana showcasing the wooden pillars and lattice work add up to the beauty of the mansion. The sturdy doors were designed to be protected from the enemy.

It was named Shaniwarwada from the Marathi words Shaniwar (Saturday) and Wada (a general term for any residence).On the every moon night this fort in India turns into a horror place. Where local people frequently hear a horror sound coming “KAKA MALA VACHWA" (uncle save me) from the fort in the every moon night. The place where the spirit till now and final words of his past mortal life.

At the back of Fort’s unnatural activities there are story of the murder, greediness for power and fraud. Peshwa Nanashaheb had three sons Vishwasrao, Narayanaroa, Madhavrao. After the death of Nanasahaheb in the third Panipath war Madhavarao become as Peshwa. During  the third Panipath battle Viswasrao died. After the death of Vishwasrao his brother Madhavrao also died. At that time Narayanarao was only 16 years old. He became as a Peshwa in very small age. Because of his age  his uncle Raghunathrao was take charge of the state on behalf of his young nephew.

Sumner Singh Gardi sent a group of killers who come into the room of where sleeping Narayanrao at night withour any securities. Narayanrao get up and understood that he was going to be murdered. He was run from Raghunathrao’s chamber and shouting “Uncle save me". Although he was caught by killers and cruelly killed by them. Cut into parts and then pull down in the river.

It is believed that the level of supernatural activity is on its zenith on every full moon night. The Ghost of the young Peshwa Narayanrao still now exists in in there with his painful soreness. Every moon night he cries and shouting for saving him.

By Air

Pune airport is situated in the Lohagaon area, about 12kms from the heart of city. The cities Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore and Mumbai are all air connected to Pune. International travelers can get connecting flight  from Mumbai International Airport.

By Train

Pune is an important railway junction in Indian railway and has excellent railway services to all major cities. Pune Junction Railway Station located in the city center is one of the major railway stations in Maharashtra.

By Bus

Pune is well connected by road with the all major cities within the state as well as outside the state. Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) operates services to various towns and cities of Maharashtra. Private luxury deluxe buses are operated from Pune to many cities in India, including Goa, Mumbai and Hyderabad.

Mehao Lake – It Has Natural Clear Water And Only The Place For Photographer’s Excitement

MEHAO LAKE

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LOWER DIBANG VALLEY

Mehao Lake is situated 14 kms away from Roing in Mehao Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated at an altitude of 3000 feet, Mehao Lake is a photographer’s delight. Set amidst dense green forest with beautiful flowers and plants, the 4 sq km water body sans fish attracts wild ducks in great numbers.

Geologists claim that this lake is Oligotrophic as there is no fish in the lake. Boating facilities are available here. You could go trekking in the forest that has not seen too many footprints of humankind. You are sure to be thrilled by your experience. Mehao Lake attracts tourists from all over, as its serene atmosphere spell bounds visitors.

Its periphery is about 4.8 km and one needs full one day to explore its surrounding. Mehao Lake can be reached only on foot and there is no other option as one needs to pass through the dense jungle of the wildlife sanctuary.

Starting from Roing first it is needed to cross Deoani River on foot and then traversing it for almost one hour only to enter in the jungle of more or less hilly for another one hour. Hard work and toil starts after crossing another water flow coming out of the lake, as it is nearly for another 4-6 hours of trekking at 50 -80 degrees inclination.

Sometimes it needs to be climbed, sometimes it needs to be pulled up, sometimes it needs to slipped down....oh its full of testing one's "come on" attitude. Shouts of joy naturally comes out as the lake gets visible with clouds in its lap!

Mehao lake is an upland lake situated at an altitude of 1640 mtr above Mean Sea Level with GPS co-ordinates N 28°08'51.87" & E 95°56'39.47".  It resembles a bowl on the hill top on Google Earth. It is an oligotrophic (low nutrient) lake and the water of the lake is crystal clear.

However, there is no road connectivity to the Lake as any kind of developmental activities that leads to deforestation is prohibited in the area without prior clearance/approval from the Wildlife Department. To make full survey or thorough view of the Lake one has to go fully prepared with light beddings and materials for one night halt as there is no provision for lodging in the vicinity.   

Tourists Flock Malshej For Monsoon Magic, Bookings At All-Time High

 State Director of Tourism Satish Soni said that almost total reservation is at Malshej, Bhandardhara, Matheran, Karla, Chikaldhara and Tadoba are at 90 per cent for the next two months

Malshej Ghat has emerged as the most popular tourist attraction in the state this monsoon, with government resorts packed with bookings for the next two months. Bhandardhara is a close second, with Matheran and Karla also avidly sought after by tourists, mainly from Pune, Mumbai and Nashik.

State Director of Tourism Satish Soni told The Indian Express that while the occupancy rate at the 22 resorts run by the Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) is almost 60 per cent, those at Malshej, Bhandardhara, Matheran, Karla, Chikaldhara and Tadoba are at 90 per cent for the next two months.

MTDC officials said the rush this year could be attributed to the abundant rain, thanks to which these weekend getaways are likely to remain tourist hotspots till September.

Malshej Ghat is located 700 metres above sea level amid the ranges of Western Ghats, and is equidistant from Mumbai and Pune. Approximately 154 km north-west of Pune, the rugged landscape is thickly forested and laced with several rivers. The hills come alive with cascading waterfalls during the monsoon.

Despite the recent landslide that blocked the road to Malshej Ghat, the rush of tourists is unabated. “A massive landslide had toppled a truck into the valley and we have urged visitors to be careful. The road has been opened up just a day before and highway police are ensuring smooth travel for visitors,” Soni said.

In the Vidarbha region, Chikaldhara and Tadoba have had high occupancy rates and bookings are full for the next two months, Soni said. While Tarkarli and Ganpatipule MTDC resorts have a high occupancy rate throughout the year, visitors prefer to visit these places after September, as the Konkan region witnesses very heavy rain, he explained.

The hill station of Mahabaleshwar, too, has its share of tourist rush, but Malshej has emerged the hottest tourist destination this monsoon.

After online bookings showed a high occupancy rate, MTDC officials said they started getting personal calls for accommodation. “We have now decided to introduce package tours from August at affordable rates,” Soni said.

A one-day Mumbai-Malshej-Mumbai tour has been arranged for Rs 900. Other tours, such as Mumbai-Bhandardhara- Mumbai and Mumbai-Shirdi-Bhandardhara, are also being offered. “We anticipate more rush with long weekends coming up during Independence Day and Ganesh Chaturthi,” Soni said.