Self Drive Car Rental from Mumbai to Raigad

Raigad

Situated in the scenic Konkan region, the historic district of Raigad with its umpteen forts and ruins was the former base of Shivaji's empire. And till today, Raigad has very well managed to preserve the remains of the bygone era. The influence of the past is even reflected in its art and cuisine.

 

Distance from Mumbai: Approx. 204 km from Mumbai By road (5 hours)

 

How to Reach Raigad from Mumbai

If you enjoy driving, then choose self drive car rental from Mumbai to Raigad or go for car hire. Else, hire taxi services in Mumbai or try cab booking in Mumbai. For travelers with an extremely tight budget, public transport would be the ideal pick.

 

Raigad Fort

Despite the fact that the fort is in ruins at present, it still entails a splendid ambiance that makes you feel its grandeur dating back to 1030 AD. Let’s explore the fort: 

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Chambers of the Queen or Rani Vasa

When visiting the fort for the first time, don’t miss exploring the chambers of the queen, which comprises six chambers, each with attached restrooms. These chambers were used by the mother of Shiv Chhatrapati along with the other royal ladies.

 

Palkhi Darwaja

Right in front of the queen chambers are located the Palkhi Darwaja, which served as a special doorway for Shivaji Maharaj’s convoy.

 

Raj Bhavan

Raj Bhavan, the main palace of Shivaji was made out of wood but it is only the bases of the pillars that remain.

 

Raj Sabha

The Raj Bhavan leads to a big lawn also known as the Raj Sabha. In the yesteryears, this open ground witnessed various important events during the Maratha rule. This is where Shivaji Maharaj broke the shackles of slavery, which lasted for over 300 years. The king’s throne was an alluring masterpiece studded with precious jewels and rested on a 1000 kg column made of pure gold.

 

The Royal Bath

The impressive drainage system of the Royal Bath is symbolic of the architectural prowess prevalent centuries ago. Interestingly, it leads to an underground cellar that was used for secretive activities in the yesteryears.