Surprised by the title ?

Yes ,these are forts inside the city of mumbai !
Have a look and guess how many you have visited?
Percy Bysshe Shelley:
Fear not for the future, weep not for the past.

Thursday, January 14, 2010

Worli Fort


Worli Fort built by Portugues during the 16th century,was handed to the British in 1665 along with the seven islands of Mumbai under the terms of Royal Treaty between the Great Britain and  Portugal. Prior to these,during the seven year war between the British & Napoleon,Worli fort was strengthened and garrison was increases. It serves as a watch tower in the sea front. Gun slits can still be seen on the walls  of this historic fort.

The Worli Fort is approachable through the Worli village and is  located a kilometre  from the Worli BES Station






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