Purnagad
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Purnagad Fort is a fort located 25 km from Ratnagiri, in Ratnagiri district, of Maharashtra. This fort is very small but an important fort in Ratnagiri district for Kanhoji Angre's Navy that evolved as the modern Indian Navy. The Fort is spread over 22 acres and located on a northern hill on Muchkundi River.
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Purnagad Fort | |
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Part of Malabar sea coast | |
Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra | |
Coordinates | 16°48′28.9″N 73°18′53.7″E |
Type | Sea fort |
Height | 300 ft. |
Site information | |
Owner | IndiaGovernment of India |
Controlled by | Maratha India (1947-) |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Ruins |
Site history | |
Materials | Stone |
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