Akola Fort
| Akola Fort (Korbandh Fort) | |
|---|---|
| Part of Beraar Province | |
| Akola district, Maharashtra | |
Akola Fort (Korbandh Fort) | |
| Site information | |
| Type | River Side Fort |
| Owner | Government of India |
| Controlled by | Govt.of India |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Condition | Dilapidated |
| Location | |
Shown within Maharashtra | |
| Coordinates | 20°42′22″N 76°59′24″E / 20.706225°N 76.990019°E |
| Site history | |
| Built | Rebuilt: 1697 |
| Built by | Govind Appaji in 780 AD Constructed the Korbandh Fort, To Secure Rajeshwar Temple from Islamic Invasion. |
| Materials | Stone / Lime glue paste |
| Battles/wars | (1695 Korbandh was Seized by asad khan), (1803 2nd Anglo-Maratha War/ Battle of Argaon) |
| Garrison information | |
| Past commanders | Asad Khan, Arthur Wellesley |
Akola Fort was built by Govind Appaji in 780 AD. It also called Korbandh before invaded by Asad khan, Later name was changed to Asadgadh in 1697 along with the Narnala and Akot forts forms the major fortifications of the Akola district Former name Beraar Province, Maharashtra, India.