forts in goa
Anjdiv Fort is located on the border of Goa and Karnataka, making it a valuable gem of Goa. It was built by the Portuguese in 1505 AD and is also known as Anjediva and Anjadiva. The fort covers a vast area of 1.5 square kilometers and is known for its majestic and splendid architecture. Anjdiv …
Mormugao Fort in Goa The Mormugao Fort is located in Goa, specifically at the northwestern point of Salcette. Positioned near the port of Vasco, it was built in 1624 and served as a crucial defense structure. The fort’s significance was such that the Portuguese Viceroy even relocated there. Over time, the fort faced numerous attacks …
Nanuz Fort in Goa ( Nanus Fort Goa) Nanus Fort, located in Satari taluka and historically associated with the queens, holds significance for its role in the 19th century attacks against the colonialists. Deepaji Rane and her army, which consisted of disgruntled farmers who opposed the imposition of new taxes, were unhappy with the imposition of new …
Rachol Fort Goa
Cabo De Rama Fort Goa
Situated approximately 18 kilometers from the bustling city of Panaji, the Sinquerim Fort in the mesmerizing land of Goa, India proudly boasts a commanding presence overlooking the pristine Sinquerim beach, elegantly dividing the enchanting shoreline into two distinct realms. With its grand construction dating back the year 1612, this formidable fort stands as a remarkable …
Aguada Fort Goa
Reis Magos Fort Goa
The Corjuem Fortress is a small island fortress located approximately 6 kilometers from Zunvem in Aldona, Bardez taluka, North Goa india. It’s ‘Corjuem,’ originates from the term ‘Khor,’ meaning deep or lower as explained by the late Father Moreno de Souza. Constructed in 1551 the Corjuem fort boasts a square shape and modest size. It’s …
The Chapora Fort located approximately 10 kilometers away from Mapusa in northern Goa and overlooks Vagator Beach. Originally known as Shahpura which means “town of Shah,” the fort was built in 1612, as a border watch post to monitor Hindu raiders during the 17th century. It faced two sieges one in 1683 AD by Shivaji’s …
Terekhol Fort Terekhol Fort situated in the Pernem taluka of north Goa, provides a commanding view of the mouth of the Terekhol River. Constructed during the 17th century by Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, the ruler of Sawantwadi, the fort was later captured by Dom Pedro de Almeida, the Portuguese viceroy in 1746.The Portuguese utilized the …