Belapur Fort, Navi Mumbai

About Belapur Fort

The Belapur Fort in Mumbai was built in the 16th century. The Siddhi tribals built it as a defensive fort to protect their community interests. It is an important fort in the colonial period and the history of the Maratha Empire. It is well surrounded by sea rocks and estuary sands.

It is a great place to see its architecture and history. It is well maintained by the Department of Archeology and preserves it as a heritage monument in Maharashtra. It attracts tourists from everywhere.

Interesting facts about Belapur Fort

1. Belapur Fort is built on a hill below the estuary land of Belapur.
2. The fort was conquered thrice by the Dutch, the Marathas and the British East India Company.
3. It is situated on top of a hill near the mouth of Panvel Creek.
4. An underground tunnel is also present here, which many locals believe connects it to Gharpuri Island, the site of Elephanta Caves.
5. Intricate carvings have been done on the walls of the fort which depict some meaningful messages.
6. The fort comes under the jurisdiction of the City and Industrial Development Corporation (CIDCO).
7. Many benches have been set up by the local people and there are also many play equipments for the children.

How to reach Belapur Fort

By Bus:- CBD The bus station is 3.5 km away from the fort.

By Rail:- Nearest railway station to Belapur Fort is Nerul Railway Station which is 3.9 km away from here one can easily take rickshaw to the fort.

By Air:- Navi Mumbai International Airport is 6.3 km away from the fort and can be easily reached by taking a taxi.

Nearby famous places

• Parsik Hill 0.5 km away
• Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation 0.8 km away
• Seawoods Flamingo Point 0.6 km away
• Seawoods Grand Central Mall 1.8 km away
• Wonders Park 1.6 km away
• Indus Route 0.9 km away
• Titwala Ganesh Mandir 2.1 km away
• Bhagavat Dham 0.9 km away
• Nerul Balaji Temple 3.5 km away
• D Y Patil Sports Stadium 3.7 km away
• Hanuman Temple of SIES 3.9 km away
• Central Park Kharghar 3.6 km away