Alang, Madan and Kulang, the forts situated in Kalsubai range, are the most difficult forts in Nashik District. Dense forest and less population have made these treks difficult. The most appropriate time to trek this region is between December and January.
#AlangMadanKulung #AMK #TrekkarNihar
ALANG
Top of the fort is huge plateau. There are two caves on the fort for staying and 11 water cisterns. Remnants of buildings are spread over the fort. A small temple is also seen. From the fort we can locate Kalasubai, Aundha Fort, Patta, Bitangad situated at east zone. At north side Harihar, Trymbakgad, Anjaneri are seen. To the south we can locate Harishchandragad, Aajobagad, Khutta (pinnacle), Ratangad, Katrabai and surroundings. 4 hours are enough to see the fort.
MADAN
Madangad is considered to be one of the most difficult forts to climb among all the forts in the Sahyadris. The fort is quite old and also impregnable. The area of the fort is quite small as compared to Alang and Kulang, its adjoining forts. There are only two water tanks on top of the fort in which water is available only till February. There is a cave, which can accommodate around 15-20 trekkers at a time. The area visible from the top of the fort is quite scenic. One can see Alang, Kulang, Chota Kulang, Ratangad, Ajyagad, Katrabai, Dangya Pinnacle, Harihar and Tryambakeshwar. It takes only half an hour to see the complete fort.
KULANG
Kulang needs a long hike and is the easier one, whereas Alang and Madan need climbing equipment. The second entrance of Kulang is still in good condition and we can see fortification also. When you enter through the entrance, towards right you will see 2-3 small caves. The middle cave is the biggest and it has 2 rooms. These caves are good for stay. There are 2-3 water tanks near these caves, out of which one has potable water. You will see the remnants of two demolished palaces behind these tanks. The palaces are big enough to accommodate good number of people. To the west of palace you can see a big bastion. From there you can see small hill called “Chotya Kulang” or the smaller Kulang. You can also see the Ghatghar village and reservoir of Wilson dam. After visiting the west side, come to the entrance and go left. Within 5 minutes you will reach the group of 10 cisterns. Water here is not potable. There is a rock carved Shiv Linga here. Going straight for 20 minutes from this place, you will reach near gully, where we can see an architectural wonder. The gully flows along the mountain where a barrier is built to obstruct the water coming from top. The water is first stored on the mountain top in tanks, which channel it to the gully and the small weir built. The water flows out through a “Gomukh”. The constructor of this beautiful system is unknown. After this you can go to east side where we can see Alang, Madan and Kalsubai. Ratangad to south-west adds to the scenic beauty.
____________
Want to SUPPORT me?
• You can now send me SUPER THANKS!
• Join this channel to get access to perks, become a member
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrPvfBE-CG5egQ_s9AWRxkw/join
____________
Brand endorsed by me,
• On The Run https://ontherun.in/
(USE PROMO CODE "OTRNIHAR15" for 15% off)
____________
My social's,
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niharshrotri/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nihar.shrotri/
____________
Equipment & Services I use,
• GoPro Hero 8: https://amzn.to/30J5ntw
• GoPro Wrist mount: https://amzn.to/3ucJwam
• 12-in-1 mount kit: https://amzn.to/3vsDi6T
• Vlogging pole: https://amzn.to/30J6PMJ
• Best camping/trekking compact stove: https://amzn.to/3ii3Int
• Cheapest tent for Sahyadri's: https://amzn.to/3kWFcu1
____________
0:00 DO SUBSCRIBE!
0:16 Ambewadi to Alang Fort
3:20 Alang Fort
11:25 Alang to Madan
12:21 Madan Fort
13:26 Madan to Kulang
15:54 Kulang Fort
20:25 Kulang to Kurungwadi
22:29 Kurungwadi to Ambewadi