Torna Fort Pune, <em>Pune</em>
Pune

Torna Fort Pune, Pune

About Torna Fort Pune

  • Timings: Every day from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including Sunday and Public Holidays. 
  • Best Days and Times: Monday through Sunday, including holidays, from 6 am to 9 am, at cooler temperatures and with fewer crowds. 
  • Duration: 5-6 hours 
  • Tickets: Free Entry
  • Nearest Railway Station: Pune Junction Railway Station ( 65 km from Torna Fort)
  • Nearest Airport: Pune International Airport - 70 km away
  • Nearest Bus Stop: Velhe Bus Stand, from the base village for the trek. Daily route of MSRTC bus service from Swargate Bus Stand, Pune, up to Velhe.


Torna Fort (Prachandagad) is a large fort located 65 km from Pune in the western Indian state of Maharashtra. This 4,603 ft tall fort in the Pune district presents an unmatched view of the Sahyadri ranges and other famous forts of Maharashtra, such as Raigad and Sinhagad.


Trek to Torna is an adventurous ride with an intersection of rocky patches, steep sidewalks, and lush green forest around. During monsoon and winter, the fort gets loaded with greenery. It goes through some of the prettiest plateaus, wildflowers, and ancient ruins and is a hot favourite of trekkers and history enthusiasts. It is also known for the Menghai Devi temple, Zunjar Buruj, and dilapidated fort walls that resonate with Maratha bravery. It’s the perfect combination of history, adventure and nature.

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Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday08:00 – 17:00
Tuesday08:00 – 17:00
Wednesday08:00 – 17:00
Thursday08:00 – 17:00
Friday08:00 – 17:00
Saturday08:00 – 17:00
Sunday08:00 – 17:00
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Torna Fort Pune Highlights

• Be amazed by Zunjar Buruj- Climb up this imposing bastion and be amazed at the strategic planning that must have gone into the construction of this situational bastion. Spanning over 5 km and still in good condition, it is indeed a treat to your eyes.
• Visit Menghai Devi Temple- This temple is centuries old and located close to the peak, providing a tranquil place to stop and a window into the spiritual aspect of the fort.
• Be Fascinated by History- Explore old stone gates, underground water tanks and ruined walls that exhibit Torna's historic military past and the architectural skill of the Marathas.

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Point of Interest for Torna Fort Pune

Early Morning Trek Adventure

Early Morning Trek Adventure

Indulge in an early morning trek and enjoy the sunrise from the top. As the first ray that hits the Sahyadris and converts their canvas to gold.

Explore Ancient Architecture

Explore Ancient Architecture

Walk through the worn fort doors, explore hidden water tanks and worm your way through huge stone walls. History will come alive as echoes from the past guide you through the ruins while the stones themselves tell stories of medieval siege warfare, ancient defence systems and the once vibrant royal palace.

Nature Photography & Bird watching

Nature Photography & Bird watching

Since the fort is surrounded by wetlands, the trail becomes more bountiful, as here you can capture the specimens of the majestic 'Butterflies', 'Flowers' and the Birds'. During monsoon, the misty surroundings in the blankets of green foliage make for dreamy frames for photography enthusiasts.

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