Chatrapathi Shivaji was born in Shivneri Fort in
1627. The Fort is located at a distance of around 3 km from Junnar (125
km from Pune). Shahaji, father of Shivaji kept his wife Jijabai in this
fort during her pregnancy, as the fort was unique and difficult to
reach. It is easier to reach the fort by the normal road than to climb
from the hills. One has to get through 7 doors before reaching the
actual fort. This fort is a very big structure with a very good height.
The old and beautiful 'Devi Shivai' temple is on the way. Shivaji was
taken from the name of this goddess.
Kaman Take, Kadelot Tok, Koli Chouthara and Dongarmatha (the top of the
fort) are the other attractions near the fort. One can also see Khodad,
Arvi and Kukadi dam in the same trip. One can take the bus between
Shivajinagar and Pune to reach Shivneri. Hotels are available in Junnar
and Pune.
The great Maratha warrior, Shivaji was born in
Shivneri fort of Maharashtra.