Taluka : Ratnagiri
District : Ratnagiri
Category : Heritage and History
Purngad, Ratangiri
Purnagad is a small fort situated at the confluence of the Muchkundi river and the Arabian sea. It was one of the important forts from Kanhoji Angres Navy. Purnagad fort is constructed by Kanhoji Angre in 1724. The fort is of moderate Size of  2 acres, with fortification consisting  seven...

One can reach the fort with the help of local vehicles or their own. There is a road through the village, from there one can climb the fort in 20 minutes

The most suitable time to visit Purnagad Fort is from November to February, when the weather is cool, and the short trek becomes more enjoyable

2 to 3 hours

About the place ...

Purnagad is a small fort situated at the confluence of the Muchkundi river and the Arabian sea. It was one of the important forts from Kanhoji Angres Navy. Purnagad fort is constructed by Kanhoji Angre in 1724. The fort is of moderate

Size of  2 acres, with fortification consisting  seven bastions and two gateways. Fort has the remains of the Killedar’s residence, Shiva Temple and other two buildings. There was no water facility inside the fort. There are very few small forts of this type built by Marathas and this fort is a good surviving specimen of this type. Fortification and bastions of Purnagad are well-maintained. A Maruti Idol can be seen near the main entrance. Sculptures of the Sun, the Moon, and Lord Ganesha are crafted on the door frame. Well-placed windows in the fortification offer a grand panoramic view of the Arabian Sea, Muchkundi River, and Gavkhadi Beach. A set of stairs and doors leads to the Purnagad beach. This fort was one of the trading centers on the western shore. This fort is situated at a distance of 7kms from Pawas

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