Madh Fortमाढ किल्ला
A Portuguese watch fort on Madh Island, now inside an Air Force station.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereMumbai Suburban, Maharashtra
Thane-Palghar
Thane-Palghar
Best time to visit1 November to 15 May
Good seasonsPost-monsoon (October to November), Winter (December to February), Summer (March to May)
DifficultyEasy
Time needed1 hr
Base and nearbyMadh Island, Malad
EntryAir Force property, viewing from outside only
About Madh Fort
A Portuguese watch fort on the tip of Madh Island, guarding the entrance to the Malad creek. It sits inside an Indian Air Force station, so you can see it from the road and the beach but cannot go in. Worth knowing before you make the trip.
What to see and do
- Bastion visible from Madh beach
- Creek mouth the fort was built to watch
- Versova ferry crossing nearby
Opening status, best time and closures here are estimates from usual seasons and past patterns, not live information. Confirm with the local authority before you go. Terms of use
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