Tiracol Fort - tourmet

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Sight Address : Tiracol Fort is located about 45 km away from the capital city of Panaji, Goa. Edit

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Tiracol Fort, also known as Terekhol Fort, was constructed by the Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, the Raja of Sawantwadi during 17th century on the bank of Terekhol River. The fort was captured by Portuguese during (in 1746 AD) their time of ranges in Goa. During the time period of Portuguese a church named, St Anthony was constructed and also they reconstructed the fort. Thereafter, the Tiracol Fort was used as a base for freedom fighters during the liberation of Goa in 1961. Presently Terekhol Fort has been converted into a heritage hotel The fort is located about 45 km away from the capital city of Panaji, Goa. The main attraction of the fort is a lovely scenic view from top on the fort of the Terekhol River and the Arabian Sea. Now the church of the fort is mostly closed throughout the year.

Tiracol Fort

HistoryEdit

The fort was originally built by Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, the Raja of Sawantwadi, in the 17th century. The site chosen was a hillock on the Northern (right) bank of the river, which gave a commanding view of the Arabian sea. The Bhonsles of Sawantwadi kept a sizeable fleet of native vessels which sheltered in the Tiracol River. The fort initially consisted of 12 guns, a barrack and a chapel.In 1746, the Portuguese under the 44th Viceroy of Goa, Pedro Miguel de Almeida Portugal e Vasconcelos, conde de Assumar, marquis de Alorna, waged war against the Raja of Sawantwadi. On 16 November 1746, de Almeida brought the Portuguese fleet up to the River Kaisuva, waged a fierce maritime engagement against the naval forces of the Raja of Sawantwadi in which the Portuguese defeated the Sawantwadi forces utterly. Several skirmishes on land followed and Fort Tiracol was finally surrendered on 23 November 1746 to the Portuguese.The fort became an important part of Portuguese maritime defences; being extensively revamped in 1764. It remained in Portuguese control till December 1961 when the last of Portuguese territorial positions in the subcontinent were forcibly annexed by India.On 17 February 1819, following the defeat of the Marathas, a treaty was signed by Raja Bhonsle Khaima Sawunt of Sawunt Warree 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.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

Goa can be visited all through the year. But the Best season to visit is from October to June. Summer (March to May) is hot in Goa but the sea breeze offers solace to the heat. Monsoon (June to September) offer heavy to medium rainfalls.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning , Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1.00 hrs. To 2.00 hrs.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Hotel Tiracol Fort Heritage, Goa ; Tiracol Fort Heritage Opp. The Church, Quepém Goa – 403705 ; Ph/M – N.A. ; Food Serve – N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : You can catch a Taxi from Panaji Bus Stand (about 45 km from the fort) to Keri or the hamlet of Querim, then ferry to Tiracol.

Bus : Regular bus and private taxi services are available here from the station to the Keri Beach. (about 45 km from the fort) to Keri or the hamlet of Querim, then ferry to Tiracol.

Train : The nearest railway station of Tiracol Fort is located about 42 km away.

Air : Tiracol Fort is about 64 km away from Goa international Airport, Dabolim. After reaching here you can hire a car to reach the fort.

Others : You can also travel to Tiracol Fort with a ferry from its neighbouring Sea Beach, Keri. Ferry Timings: 6.30 am – 9.30 pm, 30 minutes back to back…

Things to CarryEdit

Carry plenty of water and food and camera for capturing scenic view.

Safety / WarningEdit

During the monsoon season, which lasts till September, rains and thunder showers pelt the Goan plains. The humidity levels are at their highest during the monsoon months.