Author: Desai Ramesh
Place: New Delhi
Publisher: Maharashtra Information Centre
Year: 1987
Pages: 166
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: History
Keyword: Maharashtra, Historical Events, Cultural Significance, Historical Sites, Prominent Forts, Historical Landmark
Shelf: C9R5
Accession No: B715
Contents: Rich, Romantic Heritage, Pre-Vedic Fortification, Medieval Fortification, The Sahyadris and the Aravalis, Sahyadri, the Cradle of Liberty, Terrain, Common Denominator of Geology and War, Site-Sentry of Secutrity, Sinhagad-Purandhar-Raigad, Water, Life-Blood of Defence, Art Reinforces Nature, Chilkhati Rajgad, Sindhudurg-The Miracle, Gate, A Must, Deogiri-Example of Ingenuity, Ankai of Agasthya Rishi, Mythological Harishchandragad, Satvahans-Expert Fort Builders, Ahirs of Anjaneri, Kailas and Deogiri, Shilahars of Panhala, Deogiri becomes Daulatabad, Kondhana defies Tughluq, The Creast of Military Architecture, Defence Potential of Vishalgad, Naranala of Gonds, Race between Offensive Siege and Fortified Defence, Vasai Fort, Heart of 16th Century Portugal, Chandbibi defends Ahamednagar Fort, Shahaji’s Paranda, Shahaji and Shivaji, Shivaji’s Maval Maps, Torna, Shivaji’s First Capture, Rajgad Shivaji’s First Construction, Shivaji-Wily Tiger of the Mountain, Rajputs of Prabalgad, Forts, Shivaji and the Rajputs, Baji Prabhu’s Pavankhind, Kautilya’s Dictum and Pratapgad, Shivaji, the Magnanimous Victor, Shivaji the Law Abiding Law Maker, Vairatgad-Shivaji’s Egalitarianism, Shivaji- The Fort-native, Shivneri-Fitting spot for a hero to be born, Rajgad and Raigad, Raigad- The Royal Capital, Raigad- The Decline of the Glory, Epoch-making Saleri Battle, Shivaji and Konkan Geopolitics, Murud-Janjira, the Invincible, Vijayadurg, Shivaji’s Best, Sindhudurg-The Sentinel of Sindhusagar, Shivaji, the Founder-Architect of Indian Vavy, Shivaji, the Greatest Fort-Architect, Shivaji-The Last Constructive Genious, Fort of Maharashtra, Index
Abstract: This book offers a brief yet insightful exploration of the forts of Maharashtra, one of the region’s most significant features. Its goal is not to provide a comprehensive history or an exhaustive catalog of every fort, but rather to serve as a helpful guide. The focus is on a select few forts that are particularly noteworthy, highlighting key historical events associated with them. By blending informative details with a touch of history, the book aims to enrich the visitor’s experience, making it more meaningful and engaging. The author acknowledges that, due to the sheer number of forts in Maharashtra, the book cannot cover every single one. Instead, it seeks to shed light on the most prominent forts and their historical relevance, offering a glimpse into their past. The work positions itself as an enlightening companion for those interested in the history and beauty of these remarkable sites. By doing so, it seeks to deepen the appreciation of the forts’ cultural and historical significance, making visits to these places more captivating and memorable.