Planning Weekend at Sinhagad Fort? Watch Viral Videos of Tourist Stuck in Long Jams Before you Plan the Trip
Weekend at Sinhagad Fort? Watch Viral Video Tourists Stuck in Long Jams Before you Plan Your Trip
Visitors urged to rethink weekend travel plans as traffic snarls worsen at popular monsoon destination
Viral videos have surfaced showing severe traffic congestion en route to Sinhagad Fort, a favorite monsoon getaway near Pune. These videos from Instagram, capture a long line of vehicles crawling amidst picturesque scenery and light rain, highlighting the growing concern over weekend overcrowding at the fort.
As the monsoon season approaches, tourists and Punekars have already started flocking to scenic spots like Sinhagad, Khadakwasla Dam, Tamhini Ghat, and Lonavala’s Bhushi Dam. However, this early rush triggered by unexpected pre-monsoon showers, has led to major traffic bottlenecks, especially on weekends.
The videos, shows a long, slow-moving queue of vehicles on the way to Sinhagad, with the natural beauty of the area serving as a stark contrast to the chaos on the roads. Tourists hoping for a peaceful escape found themselves stuck in gridlock instead.
Sinhagad Fort, a historical and popular trekking destination, is just a short distance from Pune, making it a year-round favorite. But the monsoon charm draws even larger crowds, often overwhelming the narrow access roads.
Social media users reacted swiftly to the video:
- “Same story every year… nothing changes in Pune,” one commented.
- “Avoid going on Saturdays and Sundays—too much crowd,” wrote another.
- A third user suggested, “Best option is to just walk up. It feels much better.”
- Another quipped, “People go less for peace and more to find content for their WhatsApp status.”
- One even proposed a solution: “Ban four-wheelers. Only allow two-wheelers or start shuttle buses from the base. Let cars stay below.”
If you’re planning a visit to Sinhagad this weekend, the advice is clear, either rethink your plans or prepare for long delays.
