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Ponda Fort
Restored medieval fort / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Ponda Fort is located near Ponda, in the state of Goa on the west coast of India. The present structure is a modern reconstruction on this location and converted into a park. In 2017 the lower walls of the fort had collapsed, due to neglect and also due to the use of poor quality materials during a previous (1977) renovation. The original structure was constructed of stone and mud, and left bare, the new structure contains stone, concrete and is plastered and painted red.
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Ponda Fort | |
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Forte de Pondá | |
Part of Portuguese India | |
Village of Farmagudi Near Ponda in India | |
![]() Ponda Fort | |
Coordinates | 15°24′46″N 73°59′21″E |
Type | Hill Fort |
Height | 40m |
Site information | |
Open to the public | Yes |
Condition | Renovated |
Site history | |
Built | 1546 |
Built by | Muslim forces of Adil Shah. |
Materials | Laterite stone and mud |
Garrison information | |
Current commander | none |
Past commanders | Francisco de Távora |
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