Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Vasai Fort
Overview
Vasai Fort
Vasai, also called Bassein, lies about 45 kms of Palghar city. It is located in Vasai taluka. The fort in the
old city was headquarter of the Portuguese in the north, next in importance to Goa. The coastal land
–fort of Vasai was surrounded by sea on three sides and to the landside it had a moat which was filled
by sea water. Its 4.5 kms long strong stone wall had 11 bastions. The fort had two gates – the westward
land- gate. There was also a small citadel in the fort well – equipped with water-tanks,store-houses,
armory, etc., the fort also had fields for growing grains and vegetables. All the old structures inside the
wall are now in ruins.
How To Reach?
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Relway
The nearest station to reach Vasai fort is Vasai railway station. It is a 10 minute walk from there. And at a distance of at least 5.7 km. Trains are running from Dahanu and Mumbai.
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Road
Vasai fort is at least 5.7 km away. It is a 10 minute drive from Vasai. You can also go by rickshaw or bus.