Fortim-do-Mar

There are diverse types of tourist attractions in Diu. You can take a pick at any of the highly venerated holy places or well laid out gardens or rich museums or imposing forts and monuments in Diu. The best way to start a journey with, would definitely be the impressive forts and monuments. There are end number of forts and monuments in Diu. All enjoy a distinct position and has something truly unique to soothe there eyes. One of such fort and monument is Fortim-do-Mar in Diu. You must visit Diu Fortim-do-Mar or Panikotha once. It is a magnificent site to take in. Its ship like shape creates an indelible impression on the minds of the travelers. Located exactly at the opening of the creek, this opulent stone structure houses a light house and small chapel devoted to Our Lady of the Sea. It is almost a nautical mile away from the Diu Jetty and ensures exciting moments to bask in during vacations in Diu.

A legend holds that Panikotha or Fortim-do-Mar in Diu was once linked with land by an under sea tunnel.

Diu Fortim-do-Mar is one of the very magnificent and unique sites to visit in Diu. This famous monument has an excellent stone structure. Standing right at the opening of the creek, this monument boasts of a fabulous lighthouse and small chapel consecrated to Our Lady of the Sea. It is almost a nautical mile away from the Diu jetty and is accessible by a canoe or a motor launch.

The fortress of Panikotha or Fortim-do-Mar in Diu looks absolutely stunning whether captured from the village of Ghoghla, from the jetty, from the Fort, or from Diu. Sitting in the heart of the sea, this monument is a remarkable sight to savor. In fact its beauty has impressed many people world over and its due popularity has attracted even the Bollywood makers to capture its picture in their camera. The clear view of this fantastic monument is available in the very renowned box-office hit bollywood movie "QAYAMAT".