Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

Walks

Multiple Dates | 9AM

Vasai Fort, Mumbai

₹600

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Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

Walks

Multiple Dates | 9AM

Vasai Fort, Mumbai

₹600

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About the Event

About Vasai fort:

One of the largest forts in the Mumbai Metropolitan region, Vasai Fort is not just an oasis of green in a space starved city, it is a site of immense historical importance. The events that took place here have a very direct impact on every Mumbaikar’s life. Spread over 110 acres today, this fort is less than an hour away from Mumbai, but will take you hundreds of years back into time.

The walk be led by locals of Vasai who are part of the Vasai Heritage Group, and are passionate and proud of the historical heritage of Vasai.

The walk has been curated by Pascal Lopes, who is also from Vasai and is one of the leading experts on the fort and its history. A highly-regarded historian, Pascal holds a master’s degree in Numismatics & Archeology from the University of Mumbai and has profound knowledge of medieval Indian history, as he researches for his PHD around the Portuguese and Maratha Era using ancient coins. Often quoted in the media for his views and his research, he is also currently writing a book about ancient Indian history.

Over the course of 3 hours, we will physically visit most of the fort’s ruins and structures, and at the same time be transported back into time as we learn about the different kingdoms that controlled the fort over different eras and their impact on modern Indian history and culture. On this interactive experience, we will learn about the various battles that took place here and the treaties that were consequently signed.
We will be also treated to great views of the fort’s structures, its surroundings and the skyline of Mumbai from across the creek. If time permits, we will also visit a secret tunnel that runs beneath the fort.

Statue of Chimaji Appa, in the center of the fort at 8:45 am. As with all Swadesee experiences, we are rather punctual and will start the tour by 9:00 am sharp.

Breakfast is not included on this walk, however, we will be taking a quick tea/coffee break around halfway through the walk, where participants can order tea/coffee and some light snacks at their own expense.

By public transport (recommended) – Take a local train to Vasai Road, get out at Vasai West and then catch a bus or take a rickshaw to Vasai Fort.
By private car – Please follow the above link on Google Maps. Ample parking is available for free inside the fort. Approximate taken from Bandra (BKC) is around 1 hour 20 minutes without traffic.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes as we will walk 2-3 km around the fort
A bottle of water (non-disposable bottles preferred)
Cap and sunglasses
Camera (optional)
Curiosity (compulsory!)

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Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

Walks

Multiple Dates | 9AM

Vasai Fort, Mumbai

₹600

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Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

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Vasai Fort Heritage Walk

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