Fort Jadhavgadh

Fort Jadhavgarh is an 18th century fort, located in Pune, India.[1] It was called Jadhavgadi, a mini fort built in 40 acre land three hundred years ago by Pilaji Jadhav a Maratha Lieutenant of Peshwa, Balaji Rao, in Pune, India[2]

In 2007, the Jadhav Family handed over the remains of Fort Jadhavgadh, a seven storey Mughal style structure with two underground, now spread over only 4.5 acres[3] to Khil in 2007 for restoration and development.[4] Since then, the group with focus on ecology has redeveloped the historic site into a heritage and luxury retreat.[5] Hundreds of travellers can be seen enjoying modern hospitality with a historical experience year after year.[5] The fort located in Pune District of India has now become a heritage destination[6] for history enthusiasts and tourists alike.

History

Historians believe that Fort provided protection against recurring Moghul attacks,[7]

A conservationist pointed out that the fort was a fortified residence of Pilaji who lived in the times of Shahu Maharaj,[8] the grandson of Chhatrapati Shivaji.The Fort displays Maratha craftsmanship of the period.[9] after handover by the descendants of the Pilaji Jadhavrao.

Architecture

Maratha legacy is best represented for the connoisseurs of history through architecture. The current management has taken due care to maintain sanctity of the original structures: Pilaji Darwaza,[10] door named in the name of Pilaji the great Maratha,[11] Maha Darwaza, (the main entrance to the fort),[12] the doors faces the easternly direction, Gadhicha Darwaza (gad means Fort is Marathi language ,[13] fort door used for military purposes), Kund Darwaza, and Purandar[14] darwaja (door facing the Purandar Fort). Maratha used wood work to decorate these doors based on the location of hills.[14] Each offers the glimpse of remarkable Indian history and the Maratha Empire's influence.[15]

The now has been converted into a holiday destination.[16] The sturdy fortress ad-measuring 25 acres was remade into a classical resort by an entrepreneur Vithal K.[17] The architecture of Fort Jadhavgadh symbolises the mixture of historical and traditional elements. The fort includes cannons, dungeons, gun holes, secret passages, and escape routes.[16]

As you enter the fort, you encounter massive staircase of stone.[18] The refurbished fort areas have continued to be named as in the 18th Century: Kund (place for swimming), Chhajja, ( place for dining ), and Kholis, ( rooms for visitors). Additionally, Prangan, Panchayat, and Gurukul serve as public spaces,[19] highlighting the fort's political significance.

As one enters the fort, one witnesses traditional practices such as Mavala.[20] (Maratha soldiers) dotting the landscape, and the traditional Indian musical instrument, tutari is played to create classical ambience. The managerial staff wears traditional Marathi attire, including the dhoti and nine-yard saree.[21]

Location

Jadhav Wadi, Hadapsar Saswad Road, Pune, Maharashtra, India

Further reading

  • Lonely Planet India (2019). Guidebook on heritage sites and historical accommodations in India.
  • The Hindu Travel & Lifestyle (2022). Article on heritage hotels and the significance of Maratha forts in Maharashtra.
  • Outlook Traveller. Coverage of heritage hotels in Maharashtra and unique accommodation options at Fort JadhavGADH.
  • TripAdvisor. Visitor reviews on Fort JadhavGADH’s tent accommodations and historical ambiance.

References

  1. ^ Gunaji 2010, p. 10.
  2. ^ Gunaji, M. (2010). Mystical, Magical Maharashtra. Popular Prakashan.p.106. ISBN 9788179914458
  3. ^ Gunaji, M. (2010). Mystical, Magical Maharashtra. Popular Prakashan. ISBN 9788179914458.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: ref duplicates default (link)
  4. ^ Rothman, R. M. (2017). Master Opportunity And Make It Big. Jaico Publishing House.Chapter5. ISBN 9789386348951
  5. ^ a b Naik, S. (2023). ME. Blue Rose Publishers.p.134. ISBN 9789354726156
  6. ^ Gunaji, M. (2010). Mystical, Magical Maharashtra. Popular Prakashan.p.72, ISBN 9788179914458
  7. ^ Bombay (India: State). (1954). Gazetteer of Bombay State: Poona District. Government Central Press.p.51
  8. ^ Narkhede, Dr-Parag & Morris, Ms. (2011). Conservation of Forts In Maharashtra Through Appropriate Tourism Development Policy.p 16-22
  9. ^ Srivastava, Ashirbadi Lal (1969). The Mughul Empire, 1526-1803 A.D. New Delhi, India, Asia: S. L. Agarwala. pp. 368
  10. ^ Forbes, D. (1866). A Dictionary, Hindustani & English: Accompanied By A Reversed Dictionary. London, UK: W.H. Allen & Companyp.82. ISBN 9333372164
  11. ^ Pawar, A. G., & Pagdi, S. R. (Eds.). (1971). Studies In Maratha History (Vol. 2). Kolhapur, India: Shivaji University Publication.p.113/114.ASIN  : B0000D5JK2
  12. ^ Mate, M. S. (1959). Maratha Architecture, 1650 A.D. to 1850 A.D. Pune, India: University of Poona.p.68
  13. ^ Gāḍagīḷa, N. V. (1968). Government From Inside. Pune, India: Meenakshi Prakashan.p.72
  14. ^ a b Gordon, S. (1993). The Marathas, 1600–1818 (Vol. 4). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.p.62. ISBN 0511468741
  15. ^ Michell, G., & Zebrowski, M. (1999). Architecture And Art of The Deccan Sultanates (Vol. 7). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.p.134. ISBN 0-521-56321-6
  16. ^ a b Deokar, R. (16 June 2016). "Fortifying History". Mumbai Mirror.
  17. ^ Gunaji, M. (2010). Mystical, Magical Maharashtra. Popular Prakashan. ISBN 9788179914458
  18. ^ Raeside, I. (1978). A Note On the “Twelve Mavals” of Poona District. Modern Asian Studies, 12(3), 393–417. http://www.jstor.org/stable/312227
  19. ^ Jain, S., & Hooja, R. (Eds.). (2021). Strongholds of Western India: The Forts of Maharashtra. Om Publications. ISBN 9788173056130.
  20. ^ Deshpande, R. (2008). Fort Jadhavgadh: A Symbol of Maratha Heritage. Heritage Publishers
  21. ^ "Cultural history of Maratha rulers". The Hindu. 15 July 2011.

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