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Mahur Fort
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Mahurgad Fort (Marathi: माहूरगड) is a fort located 130 km (81 mi) from Nanded. The fort is in Mahur taluka in Nanded district, of Maharashtra. It is a pilgrimage centre of great significance to Hindus. It is the seat of goddess Renukadevi which is a shrine of shaktipeeth. The temple of goddess is situated 2 km from the village Mahur.[1]
Quick Facts Mahurgad/ Mahur Fort, Coordinates ...
Mahurgad/ Mahur Fort | |
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माहूरगड | |
Part of Balaghat Hill Range | |
Nanded district, Maharashtra | |
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Coordinates | 19°50′09.5″N 77°55′32.5″E |
Type | Hill fort |
Height | 2650 Ft |
Site information | |
Owner | Government |
Controlled by | gond kingdom Bahmani Sultanate (1358-1527)![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruined |
Site history | |
Materials | Basalt Stone |
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