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Miraj (Marathi: मिरज) is a historic town in southern Maharashtra, India. The history of the town...

Miraj (Marathi: मिरज) is a historic town in southern Maharashtra, India. The history of the town dates back to the early 10th century, and the town is known for its rich tradition of Hindustani classical music and for religious harmony. It served as a stronghold and a strategic bastion owing to its location and was an important Jagir of the Adilshahi Court of Bijapur. Shivaji Maharaj stayed in Miraj for two months during his South India Campaign. It was the capital of the erstwhile princely state of Miraj Senior. Pathwardhan Raje ruled Miraj until Independence. It is one of the leading medical centers in India. Miraj is also an important railway junction and is part of the Central Railways network. Miraj City is part Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation formed in 1999. 1024 A.D. Miraj under control of Narsimha of Silahar dynasty 1216-1316 A.D. Miraj is ruled by Yadavas of Devgiri 1395 A.D. Miraj conquered by Bahamanis 1391-1403 Durga Devi Famine, one of the longest lasting famines 1423 A.D. Miraj under Malik Imad Ul Mulk 1494 A.D. Bahadur Gilani's Revolt 1660 A.D. Chh. Shivaji Maharaj lays siege for about two years but has to give up as Panhala is attacked by Adilshah. 1680