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You have to climb the fort by yourself. Climb is of medium difficulty. Be careful if you attempt the climb during the rains, since the slope is a mixture of rocks and earth, and it can end up getting dangerously slippery. In such situations, climbing rope should be brought along, and at least one member of the climbing party should have basic knowledge of how to use ropes to climb safely. | You have to climb the fort by yourself. Climb is of medium difficulty. Be careful if you attempt the climb during the rains, since the slope is a mixture of rocks and earth, and it can end up getting dangerously slippery. In such situations, climbing rope should be brought along, and at least one member of the climbing party should have basic knowledge of how to use ropes to climb safely. | ||
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Mobile phone networks are either extremely weak or non-existent in this area. A phone may randomly pick-up a signal once on top of the fort, but it rarely lasts for more than a minutes or two. It is advisable to inform someone of your whereabouts prior to leaving for Torna, so that any emergency does not leave you stranded. | Mobile phone networks are either extremely weak or non-existent in this area. A phone may randomly pick-up a signal once on top of the fort, but it rarely lasts for more than a minutes or two. It is advisable to inform someone of your whereabouts prior to leaving for Torna, so that any emergency does not leave you stranded. | ||
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Latest revision as of 00:34, 20 September 2024
Torna bini darwaja - |Bini Darwaja
Torna is a hill fort in Western Maharashtra; southwest of Pune City. The base village Velhe is around 50km from Pune. The hill has an elevation of 1403 mts. above sea level, making it the highest hill-fort in the neighborhood The Pune Satara Highway forks of at Nasarapur. One should take that Nasarapur road to reach the Fort.
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Travel as a Muslim to Torna
To get to the Torna, one has to first reach the base village called Velhe. From Swargate bus station in Pune, take a state transport bus with route 'Swargate - Velhe - Ghisar'. This bus will drop you at Velhe in around 1hr 45mins. It will be good to start in early morning for the fort. 6.30am bus will be very good option to reach early to the fort.
Once you reach the Velhe, ask for Torna fort way. Once you start climbing the fort, you should reach the fort within 2hr 30mins with an easy pace.
Get Around
You have to climb the fort by yourself. Climb is of medium difficulty. Be careful if you attempt the climb during the rains, since the slope is a mixture of rocks and earth, and it can end up getting dangerously slippery. In such situations, climbing rope should be brought along, and at least one member of the climbing party should have basic knowledge of how to use ropes to climb safely.
What to See
Torna fort in clouds - Torna Fort In Clouds Torna waterfall - |A waterfall near Torna Chapet dam backwater - |Chapet Dam Backwaters, as seen while climbing Torna
On the fort you could see various places like, Zunjar Machi, Budhla Machi, Kokan darwaja, Kothi Darwaja, Bini Darwaja, Menghai Goddess temple, Toranjai Goddess temple, Sadar.
Fort could be seen within 2 hours.
Halal Restaurants in Torna
There are no hotels etc on the fort. At the base of the climb you could have something to eat at the local shop, but the type of food is limited, and it is best to bring your own food. The climb to the top can be tough for some people, so bringing along nutritious food is highly recommended. There is no source of soft-drinking water on top of the fort, so it is strongly advisable to bring drinking water, energy drinks, glucose drinks to avoid fatigue.
eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Torna
Torna - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Torna, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Torna. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Torna and its surrounding regions.
With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Torna. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.
The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Torna. Key components include:
Halal-Friendly Accommodations inTorna: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Torna.
Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Torna: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Torna, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Torna.
Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Torna, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.
Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Torna, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.
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Muslim Friendly Hotels
There are no hotels to stay on the fort, however in the Mengai temple, 10-15 people can stay. However trek gets over within 6 hours, so mostly you do not need to stay on the fort.
Contact
There are no lodges, hotels or other places to stay at Torna or its nearby areas. Torna is, hence, best done as a day-climb, where the descent is completed before the last state transport bus leaves for Pune.
Mobile phone networks are either extremely weak or non-existent in this area. A phone may randomly pick-up a signal once on top of the fort, but it rarely lasts for more than a minutes or two. It is advisable to inform someone of your whereabouts prior to leaving for Torna, so that any emergency does not leave you stranded.
News & References
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From the base village Velhe you will get Maharashtra State Transport buses every one hour. Last bus is at 5pm. Apart from ST buses, local Jeep-Taxies are available till Nasarapur.
There are a few vehicle operators who ply their 8-10 seaters from Velhe village to the highway, from where a state transport bus can be taken back to Pune. These operators, however, will charge much more than you would end up paying if you took a state transport bus back to Pune.
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