Imposing stone fortress & former prison featuring a lighthouse, cell blocks & a small chapel.
Address
PX9W+M79 Pani Kotha, Fort Rd, Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 362520
Open Hours
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PX9W+M79 Pani Kotha, Fort Rd, Diu, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu 362520
Geo Location
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Pani Kotha - Featured Reviews (380)
Panikotha fort (Portuguese name - Fortim-do-mar) located in the arabian Sea near Diu jetty, round about one nautical mile from the Bundar Chowk, Diu. Boat service available from Bundar Chowk, Diu. Timing for visit this place 8 AM to 6 PM.
A beautiful sight in the middle of nowhere! Holds so many historic moments of the years gone by. Hope to visit it sometime whenever it is open to public.
The Fortress of Pani Kotha (Fortim do Mar) was built in the mouth of the creek north of DiuNow a days it adds the beauty of the DIU by lighting the lights on it at night. It creates an amazing seen at night with colorful lights on it. One can enjoy this seen from the main bridge of the Diu island.
The Fortress of Panikotha is a magnificent stone structure in the sea, built right at the mouth of the creek. It was built during the Muslim domain by Malik Aiyaz. It served as an entry post to control the movement of the Merchant Ships entering Diu for trading the rich Asian merchandise especially the Indian spices. The movement of the ships were also controlled by a defensive system which joined the Bastion of the sea or the Fortress to the Bastion at the shore by a thick metallic chain upon the river bed. This was raised and lowered impeding the entry of the hostile ships. Having the Portuguese built a Fort in Diu in the year 1535, they also controlled the small Fortress and considering the importance of the same they fortified it by adding further structure to the same in the year 1588 as ordered by the Captain of the Fort, Aires Falcao. A stone inscription is found even today affixed on the wall inside the Fortress which reads as under: " SENDO AIRES FALCAO CAPITAO DESTA FORTALEZA DE DIO MANDOU ACRE SCENTAR ESTE BALU ARTE DO MAR DA MANEIRA QUE ESTA NA ERA DE 1588 " The inscription is read in English as under: " Being Aires Falcao, Captain of this Fort of Diu, ordered to add further structure to this Bastion of the Sea as it is, in the year 1588 " The Portuguese also erected a small Chapel in the Fortress in the year 1638, dedicated to Our Lady of Victory. This was done in memory of the Victory of the Portuguese over the Dutch as per the stone inscription found affixed to the wall of the Chapel. Besides these, right at the centre there is a Bastion built named "Menagem", where a light house is raised emitting green light. The Fortress also has barracks for the inmates, a warehouse, a cistern and residence for the Commander. The Fortress is also believed to be connected to the Fort of Diu by an underwater tunnel. This Fortress of Panikotha is about one nautical mile from Diu Jetty and can be reached only by a motor boat. Located in the middle of the sea, the Fortress makes for a beautiful view whether seen from the Jetty, from the Fort, from the Village Ghoghla or from Diu proper. This Fortress has been illuminated with special light effects giving it a mesmerizing beauty at night.
Pani kota in diu ,frist Jail in diu in Portugal time that time sea is vary fare to city but after some climnet change sea is near to diu city and now it is middle in sea,government diu alotet to touriest as visits part now
Pani Kotha or Fortim do Mar as named by the Portuguese is a 12th-century edifice. Once a fort it was made to look like a ship to mislead invaders. Since it is located on an islet at the mouth of the creek of the Arabian sea, now it is a historical monument and one of the top tourist places in Diu.
Need to reconstruction. Not in very good condition. We found hidden cell there but it was full of bats and we had to run to save our lives :D overall nice place and as usual in Diu, views are amazing.
A historic place used to be a jail which currently does not seem well maintained but seems under renovation. The only way to reach there is by a boat (and there was only one operating when we went there) so there is usually a wait. There ia no lighting inside, no boards of information as to what was the purpose or usage of section. The government must look into making this a proper tourist attraction
Only beach that would be open if every other beaches are closed. However, there would no safety and no-one to take care of anyone so it is all your risk but it is really good.
The beach is breathtaking! Views are a super amazing, you can spend hours and hours sitting there either in day or at night, soo calm, peaceful and quiet place and the picturesque one as well. I went twice there, in months of January and September, b
It's really Delicious and good taste If I'm angry and I'll here in DIU. Me definitely visit this Restaurant I'm happy After to eat this Samosa with Chutney... And Near Have Best view of Sea.. this is what I likes while to eat outside of Home... Fee
Super museum it's retired battle ship of Indian navy.hear we may freely know each part of ship and also it's work.we have enjoyed much and also learn lot only card payment accepted as a ticket is rs 100.00 per person and 50.00 rs of child.cash not ac
Gangeswar Mahadev Temple is a divine haven. The temple exudes a peaceful aura, and its architectural simplicity adds to its charm.It's sorrounded the bank of Arbian Sea. Surrounded by a serene environment, it offers a spiritual retreat for visitors.
The Fort of Diu is a colossal structure that occupies a prominent place on the tourist's list. The enchanting fort commands a magnificent view of the sea, and a jetty constructed on the northwestern coast is still underused and was once used to trade
Administrations clearly stands out . Very clean and very well maintained, the walk up the small hill is truly refreshing, especially if you happen to be here in the evening. The food courts are in the making. The buggy ride is joyful, though one can
