Bankot fort
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Bankot Fort / Himmatgad Fort/ Fort Victoria is a fort located 47 km from Dapoli, in Ratnagiri district, of Maharashtra. This fort is an important fort in Ratnagiri district. The Fort is located on a prominent and commanding point for guarding the trade route along the Savitri River, which runs till, Mahad which was a busy route in medieval times. It is a fort located on a hill near the sea.
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Bankot Fort | |
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Part of Malabar sea coast | |
Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra | |
Coordinates | 17°58′23.6″N 73°02′33.1″E |
Type | Sea fort |
Height | 300 Ft. |
Site information | |
Owner | India Government of India |
Controlled by | Bijapur (-1548) Portugal (1548-1699) Janjira State (1699-1713) Maratha (1713-1755) United Kingdom
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Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruins |
Site history | |
Materials | Stone |
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