Ulysses 360 Degrees

Range: Satara
Height: 4075 ft
Grade: Simple
Base Village: Hatlot, Ghonaspur

History :
There is not much reference of this fort in history.  The size of the fort indicates it mush have not been used as a watch tower. The temple on top of Mallikarjun Mahadev, is of religious value to locals villages of the region. Mahashivratri is a popularly celebrated festival here especially by the villagers of Ghonaspur.

Sightseeing :
The fort is small with its summit not reachable without use of equipment. The temple of Mallikarjun Mahadev on top is worth a visit. It is the most prominent feature on top. No fortifications remain. There is a water tank about 100 ft from the temple with fresh water available all thought the year. The Gamdevi Temple near the end of Ghonaspur is also worth a visit.

Ways To Reach :
There are two routes to go to the top of the fort.

1. Via Hatlot : To reach Hatlot one has to reach Khed or Mahad via ST busses. From Khed a rickshaw or a bus can be taken to Birmani village (~33 km). From Birmani Hatlot is a 3 hour walk to Hatlot. Also one can come to Hatlot via Poladpur from Mahad. From Hatlot a 2 - 3 hours trek up reaches to Madhumakarandgad.
2. Via Ghonaspur : One has to reach the village of Dudhgaon via Mahableshwar. It is about 2 hours from Mahableshwar. From Dudhgaon a 30 min walk leads to Chaturbet village. Crossing the hill behind this village (takes about 2 hours) leads to Ghonaspur. A small walk from the village leads to the Gamdevi Temple. A 45 min climb from here takes to the top of the fort.

Accommodation :
The Mallikarjur Mahadev temple on top can accommodate up to 10 people.

Food :
No food available on top cooking on site is very much advised. Food is available at home of local villagers at Ghonaspur and Hatlot.

Drinking Water :
Water available thought the year at the water tank.

Time To Reach :
From Ghinaspur ~45 min, and 2 - 3 hours from Hatlot.