Rangangad Fort is built by Shilahar II King Bhoj's period in 1175 - 1212. Is shows that this fort is more than 800 years ago. Panhala was the capital of Shilhar. King Bhoj Built 15 forts in his career of them, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj won the Rangangad and joined Swaraj. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj killed Afzal Khan on Pratapgad on 10 November 1659. After 18 days in 28 November 1659 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj won the Panhala Fort. Later, he won the Rangangad Fort alog with Pavangad, Vasantgad and Vishalgad. In 1695 Rajaram Maharaj was crowned on the Rangangad. The British captured this fort on 9 December 1844.

High - grade mortar buildings and fortification have suffered major losses. This fort is 50 miles away from Panhalgad in Kolhapur, whereas its elevation above Sea level is 2600 feet.

Ambolgad was built by Muskaji surrounding Arabian Sea. This fort Captured by Carnel Imlock in 1818. Total area of fort is approximately 1200 sq.meter. But Currently fort condition is very bad . A small part of the fortification and walls on the sea side are still visible. The Math of Gagangiri Maharaj is situated near the fort. 

Fattegad is located 15 km from Dapoli City in Ratnagiri District. It is one of three forts built to guard for Suvarnadurg and other two Goa Fort - Ratnagiri District and Kanakdurg Fort.

This fort was built by Khairiyat Khan. Fort was under control of Tulaji Angre. Due to rivalry between Peshwa and Angre a combined efforts were made by British and the Peshwa against Tulaji. This fort was captured by Captain James and Handed over to Peshwas in 1817. British forces captured the fort from the Peshwa's.

Today this fort is a dwelling place for the local fisherman.

Terekhol Fort is located in North of Goa at the mount of Tiracol river. Sometimes known as Tiracol Fort. We can reach by ferry from Querim 42 km from north of Panji.

Terekhol fort built by Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, he was king of Sawantwadi in 17th Centuary. Terekhol Fort is a beautiful fort, located at the northernmost tip of Goa, on top of a hill, at the confluence of the Terekhol (Tiracol) river with the Arabian Sea. The fort initially consisted of 12 guns, a barrack and a chapel.

The Portuguese, under general de Almeida conquered the fort in 1746 and set about building the church which still stands in the courtyard. Several skimishes on land followed and Fort Tiracol was finally surrendered to the Portuguese on 23 November 1746.

In 1961, Goa was liberated from the Portuguese by the Indian Government. On 17 February 1819, following the defeat of the Marathas, a treaty was signed by Raja Bhonsle Khem Sawant of Sawantwadi who recognised British suzerainty. this treaty effectively abolished the strategic importance of the fort, as it became an enclave in territory controlled by British allies. 

On 15 August 1954, Satyagrahis protesting Portuguese rule entered Goa from three different directions - one of which was from the North to Fort Tiracol, which was occupied and flew the Indian Flag for a day before they were captured and imprisoned. 

The fort has a 100 year old church inside it by the name of "St. Anthony". It is not open for the public for visit. The remains of the fort are now converted into a Hotel by the name of "Terekhol Fort Heritage". 

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Mormugao Fort located in North of Vasco Da Gama Town and its close to Mormugao Port. It is Goa main Port.

Mormugao Fort was built by Portuguese in 1624. It was considered as one of the major costal fort and Shield from invasion from Maratha's. The Mormugao Fort covered a total region of six miles in circumference, contained towering bulwarks, three magzines, five prisons, a chapel and quarters for the guard. It had 53 guns and a garrison with 4 officers, and was an important fortress on the western coast.

Though, much to see in the fort is not left apart from a Church and some strong walls. In old days, the Mormugao Port used to be an imperative port.

In 1683, the Portuguese in Goa were in grave danger from the Maratha's. Almost certain defeat was averted when Shambhaji. Suddenly lifted siege and rushed to defend his own kingdom from the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. 

The Maratha warriors continued to attack the town and the fort and finally the Portuguese gave up the township in preference for the Old Goa.

The fort near the internationally famous Mormugao Harbour was built to protect the harbour. Ever since it was accorded the status of a Major Port in 1963.

Corjuem Fort is one of the oldest fort and it's located on the Island of Corjeum in Goa. Distance of the Corjuem Fort 4 km from Aldona Village. It was a military fortress for the defense of Portuguese India. It's smallest fort from other Goa's Forts. The fort provides a beautiful view of the island and demonstrates its strategic importance.

The Corjuem fort was built in 1705. It was erected in the island of Goa. It can be stated that the fort was initially occupied by the Bhonsles. However, during the tenure of the Portuguese viceroy in Goa he fort was taken over by the people of the Portuguese origin. The fort was subsequently rebuilt by the Portuguese to boost up defenses along Panji. The fort lost its strategic significance in 1834 and hence was abandoned.