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Diu Fort

Diu Coast, Diu, India
Ranked #1 of 8 attractions in Diu
4.0 of 5 stars 19 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
Description: This fort was constructed by the Portuguese in 1535 A.D. and was one of their most important ones in Asia.
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Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I visited the place around noon, not the right time to visit! It was terribly hot & there was a long walk filled with steep ascends. The place would be much better if the government pays bit of attention to its maintenance. Overall, a nice place to visit. The view from Lighthouse is spectacular. More

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Ahmedabad, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2012

just the number of canons are the attraction. Even the view from light house is a eye candy. don't forget to carry shades,cap and water. Plan to visit Naida caves which is worth visiting during diu trip. More

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London
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012
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Walking to the fort and around its environs is definitely worth it. More

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indiantravelbug93
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

located On the sea makes it look good but Not very well maintained with tall grass, hedges groing all around giveas an eerie feelinga nd also there is a JAIL still functional on the premises !!! Overall fort is not quite maintained. There'a light house to give one a bird's eye veiw of things around but the climb is quite... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012
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The diu fort can be and is as imposing as any war fort can be, the bastions with their cannons, the places to hang the bells etc are in very good shape and fortunatly the ASI has not done much damage yet to the character of the existing architecture, the fort lacks proper sinages and can be boring for people... More

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New Delhi
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Must visit for people traveling to Diu. Keep your water bottles with you as it is a good walk with views to savor for long time. More

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New Delhi
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

Very large area of the fort covered with the magnificent view of the high ramparts of the fort..with the wonderful bastions each protected by canons. Lovely view of the Arabian sea from the higher reaches of the fort, However not well maintained, littered everywhere inside. No proper toilets, very unclean. More

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Bhavnagar, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2011

a great historical place, one of the very few portugese forts around the world.Would like to request the tourists to keep it clean.Authorities should take steps to promote cleanliness.There should be more sign boards and more guide services.A sound and light show would be a great idea More

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Kolkata
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2011

Well built fort with amazing views of the sea and well preserved cannons. Please carry camera. There is an operational jail within the fort- please do not photograph the same. Carry water with you as it can be a tiring walk. Not recommended for people with walking difficulty.The fort is not well maintained but is worth a visit More

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Faridabad, India
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2011
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Fort is at the edge of the Diu city after crossing market, jetty and police station. You have to cross long passage to enter the main fort area. Before the main gate of fort there is open area on the left side of passage's end and view is beautiful from there. After entering the main gate of fort, on your... More

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