The Sahyadris beckon & the lure is getting stronger with approaching monsoon clouds. There is nothing more beautiful than the view of the Sahyadris in the rains.
Join Nisarga Bhraman as we explore the Mighty Fort of Asheri located in Palghar region on Sunday, 21st August 2016.
Asheri is big brother of other forts in the Palghar region due to its massiveness and height. Base village is Khodkona. It takes approx 1.5 hrs to reach the col & then 0.5hrs to reach the top. In the col, there is a temple of Vaghjai. The route then leads to carved steps. Remains of settlements, a ruined entrance, fortification symbols, Portuguese shield, 17 water cisterns, 2 lakes, a cave, temple are the things to see on top. One can see forts like Asheri, Adasul, Kohoj.
Photo Link: https://picasaweb.google.com/samontreks/Asheri
Plan:
Meet at Borivali Railway Station, Platform 4 at 5:50 am sharp
People staying on western line can board in the Churchgate - Dahanu Local Train leaving Churchgate at 5:24am and halting
Mumbai Central: 5.34am, Dadar: 5.41am, Bandra: 5.46am
Andheri: 5.55am, Borivali: 6.09am, Bhyander: 6:23am, Vasai: 6.34am, Virar: 6.45am and then haulting on all stations.
People staying at Central Line can board in the Dombivali - Boisar Train which starts from Dombivali at 5:43am and reaches Boisar at 8:10am.
Itinerary -
The cost of the event would be Rs. 450/- only.
Few rules that we would like people to follow -
Disclaimer: Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care. The organization will not be responsible for any injury / accident / death to the participant while on trek.
Medical Disclaimer:
It is Important to be physically fit while on treks. If suffering from any allergy or ailment, please bring prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should take permission from their physicians before treks.
Join Nisarga Bhraman as we explore the Mighty Fort of Asheri located in Palghar region on Sunday, 21st August 2016.
About the place:
Asheri is big brother of other forts in the Palghar region due to its massiveness and height. Base village is Khodkona. It takes approx 1.5 hrs to reach the col & then 0.5hrs to reach the top. In the col, there is a temple of Vaghjai. The route then leads to carved steps. Remains of settlements, a ruined entrance, fortification symbols, Portuguese shield, 17 water cisterns, 2 lakes, a cave, temple are the things to see on top. One can see forts like Asheri, Adasul, Kohoj.
Raja Bhoj built the fort about 800 years ago. Raja Bimb, ruler of Mahim captured it from Kolis in the beginning of 14th century. Portuguese had a control of the fort in 1556 and made it the head of 38 villages. The fort was taken by Moghals in the mid of 17th century but again captured by Portuguese in 1683. With the battle of Mahim and Vasai in 1737, Chimaji Appa took over the control of the fort and it was under the rule of Marathas till 1818 then was handed over to Britishers.
Photo Link: https://picasaweb.google.com/samontreks/Asheri
Plan:
Meet at Borivali Railway Station, Platform 4 at 5:50 am sharp
People staying on western line can board in the Churchgate - Dahanu Local Train leaving Churchgate at 5:24am and halting
Mumbai Central: 5.34am, Dadar: 5.41am, Bandra: 5.46am
Andheri: 5.55am, Borivali: 6.09am, Bhyander: 6:23am, Vasai: 6.34am, Virar: 6.45am and then haulting on all stations.
People staying at Central Line can board in the Dombivali - Boisar Train which starts from Dombivali at 5:43am and reaches Boisar at 8:10am.
Itinerary -
- Reach Boisar by 7:40am
- Breakfast (~0.5hrs)
- Travel to the base village Khodakona by private Jeep (~0.5 Hrs)
- Round of Introduction (~0.25 Hrs)
- Trek to the Fort Asheri (~2 Hrs)
- Explore the fort, sightseeing (~1.5 Hrs)
- Lunch on Top (~0.5 Hrs)
- Descend to the base village Khodkona (~1.5 Hrs)
- Travel to Boisar by Private Jeep (~ 0.5 Hrs)
- We will get back to Boisar by 5:30 pm (Subjective)
The cost of the event would be Rs. 450/- only.
The above mentioned cost includes -
- Travel from Boisar to Khodkona & back by private Jeep
- Morning Breakfast and Tea
- Guide and Expertise charges
Here is a list of all the things that need to be carried for the trek -
- A haversack to put in all the things to be carried for the even
- At least 1 set of spare clothes with a towel and napkin
- Windcheater or Poncho and Plastic to wrap your stuff
- At least 2 liters of water
- Lunch for the day
- Camera & something to munch on (Optional)
- Personal Medicines required if any
- Identity Proof
Few rules that we would like people to follow -
- Alcohol will strictly not be permitted on the trek. Anyone found in possession of the same or consuming it will be expelled from the trek.
- Smoking will only be permitted after consultation with the Leader and the person will have to move away from the group to smoke.
- The leader’s decision will be final and binding on all members. No arguments will be entertained.
- Each member will be responsible for his/her own safety and baggage.
- Please do not wear any jewelry or gold chains/rings.
- Please do not litter, we believe in the saying, “Wherever you go, leave only your footprints and take back only memories”
Disclaimer: Hiking / Trekking / Rock climbing is an adventurous activity and accidents can happen in spite of taking utmost caution and care. The organization will not be responsible for any injury / accident / death to the participant while on trek.
Medical Disclaimer:
It is Important to be physically fit while on treks. If suffering from any allergy or ailment, please bring prescribed medicines to prevent serious health problem including heatstroke, sever headache, cough, dehydration and hypothermia. Participants suffering from chronic conditions like asthma bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes etc should take permission from their physicians before treks.
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