Devgad fort
16th-century fort in Sindhudurg, Maharashtra, India / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Devgad Fort, also called Janjira Devgad Fort, is a fort located 5 km from Devgad town, in Sindhudurg district, of Maharashtra. This fort is an important fort in Sindhudurg district. The fort is surrounded by sea from three side and to the south it is attached to the land.
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Devgad Fort | |
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Part of Konkan Coast | |
Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra | |
Coordinates | 16°23′13.7″N 73°22′20.1″E |
Type | Sea Fort 16°23'13.7"N 73°22'20.1"E |
Height | 250 Ft. |
Site information | |
Owner | Government of India |
Controlled by | Maratha (1729–1818) United Kingdom
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Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruins |
Site history | |
Materials | Laterite Stone |
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For other uses, see Devgad island.