Alorna Fort

Fort Santa Cruz de Alorna[1] also known as Halarn fort or Alorna Fort is one of the oldest forts in Goa. It is situated 30 kilometers from the town of Mapusa. It was constructed by the Bhonsles of Sawantwadi in the 17th century, to defend against the Maratha attacks. From there, one can get a good view of the surrounding river and land.

The fort is currently under renovation by the Archeological Survey of India and is not open to public.[2]

References
  1. Frederick Charles Danvers: , W.H. Allen & Company, 1894, pp.420-421.
  2. "Alorna fort in bad shape". The Times of India. Archived from the original on October 1, 2013. Retrieved 6 June 2013.
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