As soon as the weekend comes, people feel like spending time away from the daily routine of work in such a place that will make that time memorable. There is no dearth of sights in India where you can spend your weekend but the best option is some of the magnificent historical forts of the country. Today, in this episode, we have brought you information about some such forts of the country where you can get a spectacular and mesmerizing view of the sea. The calmness of the sea can be felt while visiting these forts. Not only indigenous but also foreign tourists come to see the beauty of this place. So let's know about these forts...

Suvarnadurg Fort, Maharashtra
Suvarnadurg Fort, also known as the Golden Fort, was a great pride for the ancient Maratha Empire. It is one of the many sea forts that the Marathas built to protect their territories from sea raiders. Located along the Konkan coastline on the small island of Harnai, the Suvarnadurg Sagar Fort was also a shipbuilding island. Due to lack of maintenance, it is now completely covered with trees and plants, but it offers a spectacular view of the Arabian Sea.

Bekal Fort, Kerala
Sea forts can be seen very rarely in South India and among those forts, the beautiful Bekal Fort also comes hidden from the eyes of the people. The beauty of the Indian Ocean from the fort is mesmerizing. Standing on the top of this sea fort, you can see every corner of Kerala. If you are visiting Kerala, Bekal Fort should be at the top of your list.

Diu Fort, Diu
Diu of Daman and Diu is one of the most attractive coastal regions of India. It is one of the most visited tourist attractions for foreign travelers in India. Diu was initially a Portuguese territory, whose Portuguese style and architecture can still be seen today. The same glimpse can also be seen in the Diu Fort. The Diu Fort, built on the shores of the Pacific Ocean, offers you a beautiful sea view from one of the hundreds of windows in the fort.

Aguada Fort, Goa
Who does not know the Aguada Fort, which became famous after it was featured in the Bollywood mega-blockbuster film Dil Chahta Hai? The fort and its adjoining lighthouse overlook the Sinquerim beach and the Arabian Sea. The magnificent Aguada Fort on the Candolim beach in South Goa is a fine example of Portuguese architecture and design. If you are going to visit Goa, then definitely see this fort as well.

Vijaydurg Fort, Maharashtra
Vijay Durg Fort is one of the oldest sea forts in India. It is situated on the Giray coast of Maharashtra. Surrounded by the Arabian Sea, the Vijaydurg Fort looks very beautiful. Its high stone walls are now surrounded by all kinds of vegetation. The fort has now become an attractive tourist destination as the beauty of the view it offers is unmatched.

Murud Janjira, Maharashtra
It is an oval-shaped island situated in the coastal village of Murud in Maharashtra. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, Murud Janjira Fort has a massive but fascinating history. If you have come to visit Maharashtra, then definitely go to see this sea fort.

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