Maratha Military Landscapes of India
Overview
The property includes twelve major fortifications, mostly in Maharashtra State, with one in Tamil Nadu. These forts, such as Raigad, Shivneri, and Sindhudurg, were built, adapted, or expanded by the Marathas between the late 17th and early 19th centuries. Strategically located on coastal and mountainous terrain, they formed a complex defence system supporting Maratha military dominance, trade protection, and territorial control. This network played a key role in the Marathas’ rise as a major political and military force.
About Maratha Military Landscapes of India
The Maratha Military Landscapes of India are a group of 12 forts that were occupied and developed by the Maratha rulers between the 17th and 19th-century. These include Salher, Shivneri Fort, Lohagad, Khanderi, Raigad Fort, Rajgad Fort, Pratapgad, Suvarnadurg, Panhala Fort, Vijaydurg Fort, Sindhudurg Fort, all located in Maharashtra and Gingee Fort in Tamil Nadu. Spread across various geographical terrains, these forts showcase the military prowess of Maratha rule. It was declared as a World Heritage Site in 2025.
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Components(12 locations)
- •Raigad1739-005
- •Rajgad1739-006
- •Lohagad1739-003
- •Pratapgad1739-007
- •Vijaydurg1739-010
- •Sindhudurg1739-011
- •Salher Fort1739-001
- •Suvarnadurg1739-008
- •Gingee Fort1739-012
- •Panhala Fort1739-009
- •Shivneri Fort1739-002
- •Khanderi Fort1739-004
Details
- Countries
- India
- ISO Codes
- IN
- Area
- 1,577.63 ha
- Coordinates
- 20.7225, 73.9425
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