Trek to Kalavantin Durg

This fort is just opposite to Prabalgad. It is also visible from Mumbai-Pune highway. According to stories, the fort was built for a queen named Kalavanti. Steps leading up to the fort have been cut into the rock face of the hill. From the peak of this fort you can see a 360⁰ panoramic view of Matheran, Chanderi, Peb, Ershal, and Karnala forts, and also the Mumbai city. The Adivasi People of Machi-Prabal village observe the custom of dancing on every Holi (Shimga) Festival at the top of Kalavantin fort. These people have a long-standing relationship with this fort and it has become a part of their heritage.

The steps leading up to the fort were cut into the rock of the hill, a very impressive feat.

If this geological formation was present in many other countries it would be fenced off and no one would be allowed to climb it. 

Kalvantin Durg is also called the Climb to Heaven. No rail on the edge and no ropes on the wall, God forbid if you have vertigo. Worst of all, the hardest part is coming down. 

At the top of Kalavantin Durg you can see the Peb, Chanderi, Matheran, Karnala, and Ershal forts.

The city of Mumbai itself can also be seen. It is believed that the Fort was built around the time of Buddha or around or before 500 BCE.  

Technically this fascinating place is abandoned in the sense that it is not used for its original purpose, but it gets visits from tourist and locals often and is easily accessible from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. 

October to May is the most recommended time to go there. You need to stay away from trekking in monsoons as the steps get very slippery.

A number of instructions must be followed during the trek to ensure maximal safety. 

The surrounding terrain is extremely rugged with sharp peaks. This fort was established centuries ago.

Climb stairs narrow peaks, steep slopes as challenges for visitors.

Kalavantin worthy Durg fort is considered the most dangerous in the world.