Vasai Fort

Vasai Fort, also known as the Bassein Fort, is located on the Vasai road in the suburbs of North Mumbai. Earlier used to build ships, this fort was taken over by Portuguese in 1534, who established their headquarters here for operations in India until 1739. In the 18th century, the fort was raided and overtaken by the Maratha army under Chimaji Appa. They stood strong for 3 long years, until losing the fort to the British.

Once a strategic place on the Western coast of India, this fort has now mostly turned into ruins. There are three chapels built inside the fort that are still recognisable. The southernmost chapel has a well-preserved barrel vaulted ceiling and the walls are covered with tree roots and palm groves. Vasai Fort has also been used as a set for a number of Bollywood movies like Khamoshi, Josh and Ram Gopal Verma ki Aag.

Tourists can reach this place by taking a train up to Virar Railway Station from Churchgate. Located adjacent to Virar Terminus is a bus depot from where tourists can take a bus to the fort that run, every half an hour.

Admission Fees: Free