Arnala Fort - The Fort along the Shores of an Island
There are many forts in Maharashtra, but not a lot in Mumbai. Though Bandra & Mahim fort can be counted as forts, but these forts are not that significant for obvious reasons. Bandra fort being crowded anytime of the season and the condition of Mahim fort is very poor. In addition to that, these forts cannot be called as places for trekking or hiking. But one fort which caught my eye was the Arnala fort. First reason was that it was a sea fort which is located on an island. Secondly the fort looked enormous and massive and looked in good condition. Before going to the Arnala fort, I had done a solo to Bassein fort, which was in a very sorry state. But when I searched for Arnala fort It looked as if it was very well maintained. As it was nearby & easy we decided to hike this fort. Arnala fort – It is built on an island of Arnala, which is located In Virar. Me & one of my office colleague were going to hike this fort. But it so happened that while discussing the