Bassein Fort is located at Vasai, about 55 km from
Mumbai, Maharashtra. Bahadur Shah, Sultan of Gujarat, built the fort.
The main gate of this large fort leads to a small courtyard; from here
one can climb the ramparts to take a look at the old structures, which
are now in ruined conditions.
Despite the fort is so old and in the condition of ageing, there are
many remains, which are still livens the wonderful architecture of the
olden days. Three chapels inside the fort are in the condition, which
can be easily recognized. They have facades typical of 17th century
Portuguese churches. The southernmost of these has a well-preserved
barrel vaulted ceiling. Many of the watchtowers still stand so strong,
with secure staircases.
Bassein was ruled over by many rulers such as the Portuguese, the
Marathas and finally the British and in the course of time Bassein
became a flourishing shipbuilding centre and the famous Bassein stone
was very much in demand.
Know about the historical Bassein/Vasai Fort of
Maharashtra.