Arnala Fort (also known as Jaldurg or Janjire Arnala) is a historic sea fort located on Arnala Island in the Palghar district of Maharashtra, India, approximately 74 km north of Mumbai.
Key Details
Location:Arnala village, Vasai taluka, Palghar district (near Virar West, about 10 km away).
Built By: Originally built in 1516 by Sultan Mahmud Begda of Gujarat, and later controlled by the Portuguese, Marathas, Peshwas, and British. Reconstructed by Peshwa Bajirao I after the Marathas captured it in 1737.
Architecture & Features: Rectangular island fort featuring three main entrances, northern bastions, an octagonal freshwater reservoir, an on-site well, and several temples including Trimbakeshwar, Bhavani Mata, Kalika Mata, and Mahadev.
How to Reach: Take a Western Line local train to Virar Station, ride an auto-rickshaw or bus to Arnala Beach, then take a short 5-to-10-minute boat/ferry ride to the island.
Best Time to Visit: October to February for pleasant weather (ferry services may pause during heavy monsoons).
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