Culture & Tradition

Diu Fort – The Mighty Portuguese Fortress

Location: Diu
 Best For: History Lovers, Sunset Views, Photography

✅ Why Visit?
✔️ One of the most well-preserved Portuguese forts in India.
✔️ Offers panoramic views of the Arabian Sea.
✔️ Contains old cannons, barracks, and stone walls.

 Highlights Inside Diu Fort:
✔️ Lighthouse – Climb up for the best sea views.
✔️ Panikota Fort (Fortim do Mar) – A fort built in the middle of the sea.
✔️ St. Paul’s Church – An exquisite 16th-century baroque-style church.
✔️ War Memorial – Commemorating India's liberation of Diu from the Portuguese.

 Best Time to Visit: Evening (For Sunset Views).

 Tip: Wear comfortable shoes as you will need to walk a lot inside the fort.