Top 5 Best Places to Visit in Dhule – Forts, Temples & Natural Retreats

1.Laling Fort

In the area 18 km southwest of Dhule city in Maharashtra, the Laling Fort stands quietly, showing the history of the place. In its heyday, this fort helped guide and secure the region of Khandesh in the medieval era, even though it is in tatters now.

Historical Significance

During the time of Malik Raja Faruqi (1370–1399), who set up the Faruqi dynasty, Laling Fort was begun and was considered an important and early fort in Khandesh. Due to Malik Raja being granted Thalner and Karavanda by Firuz Shah Tughlaq in 1370, he began to rule that region. The fort, now recognizing its relevance in the future of the dynasty, was given to the oldest son by his father.
Nasir Khan and his son, Miran Adil Khan, were forced into the fort during a siege by a general from Bahmani in the year 1437. The fort’s value was proven when the siege was lifted after Gujarat sent reinforcements.

• The period from October to March is the perfect time for trekking and exploring because the weather is favorable then.

• Laling village is in the Dhule district of Maharashtra, in India.

2.Songir Fort

Located on a hill in the village Songir, around 19 kilometers north of Dhule on the Mumbai-Agra National Highway, is Songir Fort which is also known as Suvarngiri. Because it is built at 304 meters above sea level, the fort has silently watched the history of the area, as it was repeatedly taken by different rulers.

Historical Significance
In 1370, the Farooqi Sultans, leaders of Khandesh, established their control over the Songir Fort. The Mughal Empire took over the region from the Farooqi dynasty which had ruled there since the year 1382. According to the Farooqi rule, the Mughals took control of the fort and it was later captured by the Marathas. When the British fought their colonial war and invaded Quebec in 1818, they took over the fort, ending its importance for military purposes.
By being built in an important place along the trade route, the Songir Fort had to serve as a major checkpoint for all movements in the area.

• The religion is practiced in Songir village, part of the Dhule district in Maharashtra, India.

• October to February is the best time of year to visit the fort.

3.Bhamer Fort

In a manner, this fort is no different than Giridurg. The highest point in the sea is about 2500 meters. Bhamer fort was where the kings established their capital. The fort is close behind the village on three sides and the village has a gate at the fourth side. This fort has 184 caves. There are caves that can be viewed. The fort has a small temple and a water tank. Looking at the area from the fort on foot is one of the most unique things I’ve ever seen. A visit to this fort should be in everyone’s bucket list. In 1818, the British overcame the Marathas and obtained the fort. In 1820, Kalekhan fought the British and restored the fort. It states that by bringing down the Bhamer fort buildings, Captain Briggain took away the column from the fortress.

The fort of Bhamer is located 48 kilometers from Dhule city and 13 kilometers from Sakri. Twenty-seven kilometers from the fort, there is a well-known pilgrimage site for Jain followers. Believe it or not, Jain followers from various places in the country also visit here. In the temple, there is a black stone statue of Lord Vimalnath.

4.Thalner Fort

Thalner is a town located in Shirpur taluka by the banks of Tapi river. There is a temple at the Surat-Burhanpur highway. During the reign of Firozshah Tughlaq, Malik Khan acquired the control of the regions near Thalner and Karvand. He seized control over Thalner, put the Faruq family in charge and in 1370 made a triangular fort there. On one side, the Tapi river was located and on the other side, fortification and towers formed the fort. In 1600, Emperor Akbar conquered Bahadur Shah Faruq and won over Thalener. The Marathas pushed the Mughals out of the fort. Following this, the Holkar Gharana was also in charge of ruling the fort. It was British colonel Thomas Hijlop who defeated the Marathas and brought them under British rule in 1818.

Thalner city houses the burial grounds of every important member of the Faruki family, who have led at Thalner Fort. These buildings are marked with Arabic messages. Here are the graves of Malik Raja (1396), Malik Naseer (1437), Miran Adil Shah (1441) and Miran Mubarak Khan (1457). On the Shirpur – Chopda road, you can find Thalner village. Not far from here is the Aner Sanctuary which is famous for its chinkara.

5.History V.K. Rajwade Research Board

Ever since it was founded in Dhule, Maharashtra, the V.K. Rajwade Research Board has been committed to maintaining and introducing India’s historical heritage to people everywhere. After Vishwanath Kashinath Rajwade, one of India’s top historians, died in 1926, this research center was founded by his students on January 9, 1927.

V.K. Rajwade was born in 1863 and became a leading historian by carefully studying and documenting Indian history. He went on many trips around India, collecting a lot of documents, writings and inscriptions, mostly regarding the Maratha Empire. Because of his commitment, he built the Bharat Itihas Sanshodhak Mandal in 1910, Pune, to facilitate research in history. Once he had departed, devotees began the Rajwade Research Board in Dhule to honor his cause of saving India’s history.

The library at Research Board is where you will discover over 25,000 different texts. You will find in this library studies on many subjects, including history, literature, religions and documents kept for administrative purposes. Scholars, historians and students use it to discover India’s historical background.

Many researchers from various parts of India and past cultures are drawn to the Rajwade Research Board by its rich materials and dedication to safeguarding Indian history. Student and researcher successes at the University are driving its reputation which is helping create an engaging community of historians and academics dedicated to India’s history.

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