Tilari Dam is distributed in two states, Maharashtra and Karnataka. It is situated in Chandgad Taluka, Kolhapur and Dodamarg Taluka in Belgaum. This dam constructed on Tilari River as the result of a join project by the Maharashtra and Goa government.

This is gorgeous deep green valley view just 10 to 12 km from Tilari Nagar (Tilari). Once should visit this place once at least in a year, but in the rains, so that you can see the real beauty of the valley.

Nangartas Waterfall is one of the major attractions in Kolhapur. It is an unique water fall. Two streams join together and dive into a shaft formed in rocks. This place is very near to Ajara and Amboli. The real beauty created by nature.

Prataprao Gujar born as Kudtoji Gujar was the third royal Senapati (Commander-in-chief of the Maratha forces) of Chh. Shivaji Maharaja’s army, which was probably the most successful guerilla force in 17th century India. He was giving the pseudonym of Prataprao - the brave, by Chh. Shivaji in acknowledgement of his bravery in the war against Mirza Jaysingh.

He was highly gifted aristocratic general, who enjoyed the truth of his King and the loyalty of his troops. He defeated a large Mughal army at the famous battle of Salher. Salher was a major battle between Mughals and Marathas, and the first large scale pitched battle of two in open field. The victory of the Marathas at Salher is seen as a definitive turning point in their military powers.

Location: Southern side on Kolhapur

Base Village: Valukuli.

Height: 916 meter.

Brief History: Mention of Sabhasad Bakhar, Gandharvgad is one of the 111 forts restored by Chh. Shivaji Maharaj. On January 1666, Chh. Shivaji Maharaj captured this fort in the conquest of Panhala with an army of 5000. July 1687, Desai’s of Kakti Karyati and Desai of Hukkeri Pargana have captured this fort from Marathas, for which Adilshah were promised, the Deshmukhi of Ajamnagar in Belgaum and Chandgad, Ajara respectively. Adilshah controlled the fort many years. Sadashivrao Bhau Peshwa stayed here for some times during his Ka..

Old Name: Kalanandigad

Location: 145 km southern from Kolhapur

Height:1015 meter above from sea level.

Brief History: Mentioned in Sabhasad Bakhar, Kalanidhigad is built by Chh. Shivaji Maharaj. Fort Kalanidhigad was build to keep watch on Herekar Sawant-Bhosale and Tambulwadikar Sawant, who was enemy of Maratha emperor.

Kalanidhigad Fort is 145 km from southern of Kolhapur. The most distinct feature of this fort is the vision range in all the four direction.

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Location: Chandgad Taluka.

Height: 982 meters above from sea level.

Brief History: This fort was developed by ordered of Chh. Shivaji Maharaj. The most distinct feature of this fort is the vision range in all the four direction. The use of this fort was for army movement at ancient time. No more history found of this Fort.

Fort Mahipalgad is situated at Dist. Chandgad. It’s 87.6 km distance from its District Main City Kolhapur.

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Location: 140th km southeast of Kolhapur

Height: 738 meter from sea level

Brief History: Pargad was built by Chh. Shivaji Maharaj to keep  hold on Portuguese, enemy of Marathas. The fort which is about forty acres in area is mostly out of repair. Part of the walls, which only line the crests of ravines and one gateway are fallen. The water-supply is from six reservoirs four of which are in repair. A temple of Bhavani and two broken pieces of cannon are the only other remains in the fort. Chh. Shivaji Maharaja ordered to Tanaji Malusare’s son Raiba to maintain this fort. Today's, descendant of Tanaji Malusare’s is staying and m..