Kolaba Fort
Hengul J DasHengul J Das/Times Travel Editor/SIGHTSEEING, ALIBAG/ Updated : Jul 11, 2017, 11:34 IST
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A grand structure that finds its origin in days dating back to the 18th century, Kolaba Fort is Alibaug’s tryst with history. It is situated amidst the sea and stands like a guardian to some well kept secrets of the past. Kolaba F … Read more
A grand structure that finds its origin in days dating back to the 18th century, Kolaba Fort is Alibaug’s tryst with history. It is situated amidst the sea and stands like a guardian to some well kept secrets of the past. Kolaba Fort also has its history with the great Shivaji Maharaj. The famed Maratha warrior used this fort as a chief naval station back in his heydays. Read less
A grand structure that finds its origin in days dating back to the 18th century, Kolaba Fort is Alibaug’s tryst with history. It is situated amidst the sea and stands like a guardian to some well kept secrets of the past. Kolaba Fort also has its history with the great Shivaji Maharaj. The famed Maratha warrior used this fort as a chief naval station back in his heydays. This fort is easily accessible from the Alibaug Beach. Surrounded by the salt water of the Arabian Sea, Kolaba Fort has a mystery fresh water well inside it! The fort has temples dedicated to Lord Ganesha and Goddess Padmavati.Refrain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or inflammatory, and do not indulge in personal attacks, name calling or inciting hatred against any community. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by marking them offensive. Let's work together to keep the conversation civil.
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