7. Why was Kondana Fort renamed Sinhagad?
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Sinhagad Fort Originally called Kondana was renamed the Lion Fort in honour of Shivaji's trusted aide Tanaji Malusare who lost his life in a daring raid on the fort.
Explanation:
The Sinhagad (Lion's Fort) was strategically built to provide natural protection due to its very steep slopes. The walls and bastions were constructed only at key places. There are two gates to enter the fort, the Kalyan Darwaza and Pune Darwaza, positioned at the southeast and northeast ends.[2] The fort was also strategically located at the centre of a string of other Maratha Empire forts such as Rajgad Fort, Purandar Fort and Torna Fort.
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Explanation:
Sinhagad Fort Originally called Kondana, it was renamed the Lion Fort(Sinhagad) in honour of Shivaji's trusted aide Tanaji Malusare who lost his life in a during raid on the fort. In September-October just after the rains, the hills are carpeted in green, and very scenic with beautiful waterfalls and lush foliage.