Forte de Diu - Diu, India - Historic Forts on Waymarking.com

This is a massive fort, which can be visited (free of charge) by the public. A detailed visit will require several hours to complete. There are significant points of interest: bastions, artillery displays, old churches, walls and much more.

The fort view substantial action along its almost 500 years. The latest battle took place in 1961 when India invaded the Portuguese territories of Goa, Damão and Diu. In this fort there was a garrison of 350 Portuguese soldiers. During the shooting there were losses in both sides.

There is a good Wikipedia article about the fort:
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The year the "Fort" was constructed or started.: 1535 Name of "Country" or "Nation" that constructed this "Fort": Portugal Was this "Fort" involved in any armed conflicts?: Yes it was What was the primary purpose of this "Historic Fort"?: Used for defence of a border or land claim. Current condition: Good structural condition, some buildings in ruins This site is administered by ----: Indian Government If admission is charged -: 0.00 (listed in local currency) Open to the public?: Open or unrestricted access. Official or advertised web-page: [Web Link] Link to web-site that best describes this "Historic Fort": [Web Link] Link if this "Fort" is registered on your Countries/ State "Registry of Historical Sites or Buildi: Not listed

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