Diu Fort
Fortaleza de Diu
A seaside fortress the Portuguese built at the island's eastern tip in 1535. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, its walls, batteries, lighthouse and moat are well preserved.
Diu Fort was one of the most important Portuguese fortresses in Asia, and withstood two major sieges by the combined forces of the Sultan of Gujarat and the Ottomans. Inside are double-layered walls, a moat carved from rock, cast-iron cannons, the ruins of a chapel and a lighthouse. From the walls you can see the Panikotha sea fort offshore and the Arabian Sea. Some areas still serve as a prison and are closed to visitors. Entry is free or a small fee, and it is open roughly 08:00-18:00. Visit later in the afternoon to avoid the midday heat.
Opening hours
08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Panikota Fort (Fortim do Mar)
- St. Paul's Church
- Diu Museum (St. Thomas Church)
- Jallandhar Beach
- Zampa Gateway
- Naida Caves
- Chakratirth Beach & Sunset Point
- INS Khukri Memorial