🛡️ Maratha Military Landscapes of India
Vijaydurg: A coastal fortress of Maratha naval power
📋 Fast Facts
- UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 2025 as part of the Maratha Military Landscapes of India
- Located on the Konkan coast in Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, strategically positioned in the Arabian Sea
- Built with laterite stone featuring triple sea-facing walls up to 36 meters thick and an underwater submarine wall for maritime defense
- Originally constructed in the 12th century by the Shilahara dynasty; fortified into a major naval base by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the 17th century
Vijaydurg, situated on the Konkan coast of Maharashtra, is one of the most formidable sea forts built by ...