Panikota Fort (Fortim do Mar)
Fortim do Mar
A small stone fort standing in the sea off Diu Fort, shaped like a ship at anchor. Its lights come on at night and mark Diu's seascape.
Panikota (Portuguese: Fortim do Mar, “little sea fort”) is built on rocky reefs outside Diu's harbor. Together with Diu Fort, it guards the shipping channel, and it contains a lighthouse and a small chapel. Most visitors view it from the walls of Diu Fort or from the shore of the fishing harbor. During peak tourist season, boats sometimes take visitors out to the island from the pier, depending on sea conditions and official arrangements. After sunset, the little fort lights up and its reflection shimmers on the sea.
Opening hours
Shoreline viewable all day; island visits depend on boat schedules
Nearby sights
- Diu Fort
- St. Paul's Church
- Diu Museum (St. Thomas Church)
- Jallandhar Beach
- Zampa Gateway
- Naida Caves
- Ghoghla Beach
- Chakratirth Beach & Sunset Point