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Rajmachi 12th July 09 Rajmachi is one of the many historical hill forts in the mountain SAHYADRI (the western Ghats). This a beautiful place surrounded by deep vales, high peaks, thick green forest and very pleasant climate. Rajmachi consists of two beautiful peaks namely 'Shrivardhan' and 'Manaranjan'. Shrivardhan and Manaranjan can also be considered as two separate forts. There is one small plateau in between them. A temple of 'Bhairoba' is very beautiful. Shrivardhan is 'Bale killa' of Rajmachi. It is almost 3000 feet high. But it was mainly built to keep watch on Konkan area. The other - Manaranjan is 2700 feet high. Manaranjan consists of strong walls, 3 doors and many water tanks. One can see Ulhas river, Dukes Nose (Nagphani), Karnala ,Matheran, Mahuli and Bhimashankar etc. The old caves of 'Kondhavi' on Rajmachi fort are worth to see. The way to fort is long but truly with a good view. One can enjoy a nice forest, Tungarli lake and many waterfalls as well.- Written By Gaurav
