We @ SHIKHAR VEDH, invite you for a weekend trip to Mandavgad (Mandu) the fortress of joy and a glorious city of Maheshwar situated on the banks of Narmada, Shrimant Bajirao Peshwa Samadhi @ Raverkhedi And Mahakal Jyotirling @ Ujjain

About the places -

Mandu, the fortress of joy, also known as Mandavgadh, rises 634 meters high in the Vindhya Range and is enclosed in battlements 37 km long. With-in this well-defended plateau is wealth of palaces, pleasure pavilions, mansions, tombs and mosques.

The hill range is endowed with a very attractive natural scenery, which is at its best during the rainy season, when on all sides, it is clothed in green with a number of brooks and torrents, rushing down into the ravine winding about its sides below. The beauty of which is further enhanced by about a dozen lakes and ponds interspersed on its top.

Each of Mandu’s structures is an architectural gem and the monuments were raised in the period of hardly 125 years, between 1401 A.D to 1526 A.D; some are out standing like massive Massive Jami Massjid and Hoshang Shah’s tomb, which provided inspiration for the master builders of the Magnificent Taj Mahal centuries later.

Maheshwar was a glorious city at the dawn of Indian civilization when it was ‘Mahishmati'; capital of king Kartivarjun. This temple town on the banks of the river Narmada finds mention in the epics of Ramayana and Mahabharata. Revived to its ancient position of importance by the Holkar queen Rani Ahilyabai of Indore. Maheshwar’s temples and mighty fort-complex stand in quiet beauty, mirrored in the river below.
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Ujjain darshan

• Mahakal Jyotirlinga
• Ram ghat
• Mangalnath, Harsiddhi, Siddha vat, Kal Bhairav, Bhartari Cave, Chintaman Ganpati, Sandipani Ashram and observatory.

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Itinerary – 

Day 0:

20:00 Hrs :: Departure by Pvt Vehicle from Thane and Pune

Dinner En-route to b self sponsored

Day 1:

07:30 Hrs :: Reach Mandu

Freshen up, Breakfast

Full day Mandu Sight-seeing

Visit the central Group – Jami Masjid, Hoshang Shah’s Tomb, Ashrafi Mahal

Visit to the Royal Enclave – Jahaz Mahal, Hindola Mahal, Taveli Mahal, Champa Baoli

Lunch Break

Visit Eco Point, Jain Temple, Baz Bahadur’s Palace, Roopmati’s Pavilion etc.

16:00 Hrs : Move to Ujjain

19:00 Hrs: @ Ujjain

Mahakal Lok Coridor – Evening Hours

Time permits Visit Main Temple

Overnight @ Ujjain, in hotel

Day 2:

Mahakal Temple Darshan Time

Post Breakfast – Tea

Half day tour Ujjain sightseeing Tour viz. Sandipani Ashram, Mangalnath Tempe, Kalbhairav, Harsiddhi , Jantar – Mantar etc. as mentioned above in description

Lunch Time

Indore Sightseeing – Rajwada, Bada Ganpati, Lalbaug Palace,

Night Sarafa Market

Overnight @ Hotel in Indore

Day 3:

Post B/f – Tea

Move to Omkareshwar

Explore & Have Darshan Omkareshwar – Mamleshar

18:00 Hrs: Travel to Maheshwar

Overnight in Hotel @ Maheshwar

Day 4:

Wake up early, freshen up

Breakfast time

Visit to Rajarajeshwara Temple, Ahilya Fort, Ahilyeshwar Temple, Bank of Narmada

Visit Shrimant Peshwa Maharaj Samadhi @ Ravekhedi

12:00 Hrs: Return journey to Thane / Pune by pvt vehicle

23:00 Hrs :: Reach Thane / Pune

The cost for Mandu – Maheshwar – Ujjain trip would be Rs. 16500/- per person & would include:

1. Travel from Thane – Thane / Pune 2 Pune  by Pvt Vehicle
2. 3 Night Accommodation in tripple sharing
3. Sightseeing Mandu – Maheshwar – Ujjain – Indore – Omkareshwar
4. Food for 4 days ( Day 0 & Day 4 Dinner food excluded)
5. All Entry Fees and Guide Charges (Except camera fee if any)
6. Shikhar Vedh Administrative charges

Note: One has to pay Adv Rs 7500/- pp (non-refundable) in advance to register for this event.

Name: Jagadish Govind Patil

A/C No: 026801521464

A/C Type: Savings

Bank & Branch: ICICI BANK, Vartaknagar – Thane Branch

RTGS / IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

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Googlepay : 9702121373

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Last date to confirm with advance payment is 7 days prior to departure  OR till the batch gets full

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Here is a list of the things to be carried by every individual -

> A haversack to put in all the stuffs
> At least 2 Liters of water
> Two-three set of clothes, Towel / Napkin
> Binoculars, Camera, Something to munch on (Optional)
> Torch with extra set of batterries
> Personal medicines required if any
> Identity Proof

To register for this event, contact us – 

Jagdish Patil: 9702121373 / 9869369836
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Also join us @
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Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

We @ Shikhar vedh has arranged an Spiritual Excursion Tour to Mahkaleshwar – Omkareshwar & Maheshwar

Ujjain is one of the greatest cities of ancient India, links with its glorious past have endured into the present day, making it a city still renowned for its traditions of spirituality, learning and culture. Situated on the banks of the river Shipra. Ujjain is one of the venues of the Kumbh Mela held every twelve years.

Ujjain darshan – tour

Maha kal Jyotirlinga , Ram ghat
Mangalnath, Harsiddhi, Siddha vat, Kal Bhairav, Bhartari Cave,
Chintaman Ganpati, Sandipani Ashram and observatory etc

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Rendezvous: Mumbai Central Terminus (MMCT) @ 20:30 Hrs

The itinerary for the event is given below:

Day 0:

Depart Mumbai by 12961 Avantika Express

20:45 Hrs @ Mumbai Central

21:10 Hrs @ Borivali

Day 1:

Breakfast In train

Arrive at Ujjain @ 07:30 hrs

Check in Hotel, Freshen up

Post Breakfast – Tea … Ujjain Sightseeing Tour

Sandipani Ashram, Mangalnath Temple, Kal=Bhairav Temple, Har Siddhi Shaktipeeth Temple, Jantar – Mantar

Witness Ram Ghat Aarti in the evening

Visit Mahakal Jyotirling Temple and Mahakal Corridor

Day 2:

Early Morning Bhasma Aarti (Note: Booking Required)

Post B/f – Tea … Move to Omkareshwar

Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga & Mamleshwar Temple Darshan

Drive to Maheshwar for Overnight Stay

Day 3:

Wake by early by 06.00 hrs & finish with Morning ablutions & Breakfast.

Visit Rajarajeshwara Temple, Ahilya Fort, Ahilyeshwar Temple, Bank of Narmada

Maheshwari Sarees, Handloom shopping Time

Move to Indore by private transport

Return journey to Mumbai by Avantika Express @ 17:30 Hrs

Day 4:

06:15 Hrs :: Reach Mumbai Central

The cost for three days Ujjain – Omkareshwar – Maheshwar Spiritual tour  would be Rs. 14500/- per person 

& would include:

1. Travel from Mumbai – Mumbai by Train (3 AC -Class)
2. Accommodation in triple sharing in Hotel
3. Sightseeing around Ujjain – Maheshwar by Non-AC local transport
4. Food for 3 days ( Train Journey Dinner excluded)
5. All Entry Fees and Guide Charges (Except camera fee if any)
6. Shikhar Vedh Administrative charges

Note: One has to pay Rs 7500/- per head (non-refundable) in advance to register for this event.

Name: Jagadish Govind Patil

A/C No: 026801521464

A/C Type: Savings

Bank & Branch: ICICI BANK, Vartaknagar – Thane Branch

RTGS / IFSC Code: ICIC0000268

OR

Googlepay : 9702121373

Last date to confirm with advance payment till the train tickets are available
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Here is a list of the things to be carried by every individual -

> A haversack to put in all the stuffs

> At least 2 Liters of water
> Two-three set of clothes, Towel / Napkin
> Binoculars, Camera, Something to munch on (Optional)
> Torch with extra set of batterries
> Personal medicines required if any
> Identity Proof

To register for this event, contact us – 

Jagadish Patil: 9702121373 / 9869369836

We @ SHIKHAR VEDH is glad to announce Monsoon trek to Kataldhar Fall – Rajmachi & Kondhane cave waterfall  … Hope 2 c u there 2 NJoy …

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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 2100/- per head & would include:

> Lonavala to  Phanasrai &  Kondhane to Karjat  transport

> 2 Breakfast – Tea, 3 Veg meals

> Accommodation in village house & Shikhar Vedh administrative charges
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Rajmachi, located in the Lonavala region is accessible from both Karjat as well as Lonavala. The village of Udhewadi lies on the massive plateau that greets one on getting to Rajmachi. The twin forts of Srivardhan & Manoranjan grace the backdrop of the village.

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A little distance down from the village lies a serene and beautiful lake called Uday Sagar Talav, no trek to Rajmachi is complete without taking a dip in this lake.
Behind the lake lies an ancient Monolith, a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. For those looking for more trekking adventures, consider exploring the Tour du Mont Blanc. Be sure to check out tour du mont blanc climbing gear for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Here is some info abt the forts: – Srivardhan & Manoranjan

Height: 3000/2700 feet above MSL
Grade: Easy
District: Pune
Region: Lonavala
Base Village: Lonavala/Kondhane

Plan:

Rendezvous: Meet at 08:15 Hrs (Sharp) at Lonawala Railway station

MUMBAI People

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We will b starting from CST by Indrayani Express

(time-table as below) — Alight @ Lonavala …

Mumbai CST : 05:30 Hrs
Dadar : 05:40 Hrs
Thane : 06:00 Hrs
Kalyan : 06:15 Hrs

Lonavala : 08:15 hrs

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PUNE people

Catch Pune-Lonavala local … Timings as follows

06:00 Hrs: Pune Staion

06:05 Hrs: Shivaji Nagar

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07:40 Hrs: Lonavala

The itinerary for the Event is as given below:

Day 1: Saturday

08:15 Hrs: @ Lonavala railway station

Breakfast – Tea
Move Fanasrai Village by local Transport

09:30 Hrs: @ Fanasrai – Kataldhar Trek point

Descend Trek to Kataldhar fall (~ 1 hr)

~ 1 hr for exploration

Ascend Trek to Fanasrai – Trek start point

Lunch Time @ Fanasrai Village

Ascend to Rajmachi (~2.0 hrs / 7 – 8 kms)

05:00 Hrs: @ Udhewadi – base village

Explore Manranjan Fort

Dinner Time (Veg / Non-Veg )

Stay @ Villagers House (Dormitory)

Day 2: Sunday
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06:00 Hrs: @ Wake up call
07:30 Hrs: @ Shrivardhan atop

Explore Shrivardhan fort.
Breakfast  – Tea in village .

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10:30 Hrs – Visit Uday sagar Talav, Godhaneshwar Shiva Temple
12:00 Hrs – Lunch (Veg Only)

13:00 Hrs – Descend to Kondhane village

15:30 Hrs – @ Kondhane Caves-Waterfall

17:00 Hrs – @ Kondhane village

18:00 Hrs – @ Katjat station

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We would be getting back to Dadar / Pune at approx 21:00 PM (That’s Subjective)
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The cost of this trek would be Rs. 2100/- per head & would include:

> Lonavala to  Phanasrai &  Kondhane to Karjat  transport

> 2 Breakfast, 2 Veg meals

> Accommodation in village house & Shikhar Vedh charges

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Advance amount of Rs. 1100/- per head (Non- Refundable) for registration

Please deposit same amount on following details:

Name: JAGADISH GOVIND PATIL
ICICI bank a/c no : 026801521464
Vartak nagar branch, Thane(w)
IFSC code : ICIC0000268
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Last date to register: 4 days prior to event ot till the batch is full
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Things To Carry:-

A Water Bottle (~ 3 Ltrs) (a must)
Sleeping Mat / bags (a must)
Torch with batteries ( a must)
Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes preferably ACTION,
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages,
personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things
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Smoking and drinking alcohol is strictly prohibited.
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For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on

Jagdish Patil: 09702121373 / 09869369836

In case call is not received; please do sms / whtsapp
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Also join us @

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

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Hope 2 cu on trek with me to NJoy again
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Move Kasara station

IFSC Code : ICIC0000268
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Seats r limited …
Last date to register with advance payment is Tuesday 17 March 2015 till 5 pm
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Note:- Its a group activity so each and every member will be allotted some or other responsibility. Pls do keep space for 1kg at least in your bag.
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Previous memories in form of snaps of our NEW Year special event to Sandhan

https://picasaweb.google.com/104269804834836030230/NewYearTrekSandhanValleyRappelling?authkey=Gv1sRgCMb43pHR9a_cywE

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A Water Bottle (~3 Ltrs) (a must)
1 torch (a must) with spare battereies
Extra Pair of clothes (a must)

Camera, Cell Phone, Binoculars (Optional)
Pls avoid wearing Gold and other ornaments
Some ready to eat food. Plum cakes, biscuits etc.
Good trekking shoes preferably Action, do carry a extra pair as well
Personal basic medical kit (Containing an antiseptic, few bandages, personal medications if any, Antibiotics for stomach infection)

A haversack to put all these things

For confirmation pls reply here or do contact on
Jagadish Patil: 09702121373/ 09869369836
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Also join us @
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Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shikharvedh/

Website: http://shikharvedh.org/

Hope 2 c u on trek with us to NJoy again 

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Harishchandragad: The fort is quite ancient, considered to be from the Medieval period. The Great sage Changdev (one who created the epic Tatvasaar), used to meditate on Taramati/Rohidas in 14th century. The caves are also from the same period. Harishchandragad was captured by the Marathas in 1747 from the Moguls.
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Konkan Kada: The most interesting point on this fort is this cliff, which has always fascinated many people from many years. The cliff faces west and looks down upon the Konkan with a breathtaking view of the surrounding region and sunset. This cliff is not just vertical; it is an overhang, almost like a cobra’s hood.
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Kedareshwar:  The cave of Kedareshwar has a big Shivlinga, which is totally surrounded by water.