Bandra Fort (Castella de Aguada) Mumbai
About
A Portuguese fort built in 1640 offering panoramic views of the Arabian Sea, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, and the Mumbai skyline. A popular sunset point in Bandra.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Monument
How to Reach
Metro to Bandra, then walk towards Bandstand promenade
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Worli (3.0 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Mahim Junction (2.1 km away) on the Western Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Bandra Fort (Castella de Aguada)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Bandra Fort (Castella de Aguada)
History
Built by the Portuguese in 1640 as a watchtower to guard the entrance to Mahim Bay. Later captured by the Marathas and then the British. Now a protected heritage monument.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
One of the best viewpoints for the Bandra-Worli Sea Link
Also known as Castella de Aguada meaning 'Fort of the Waterspring'
Popular Bollywood film shooting location
Visit during sunset for spectacular views
Combine with Bandstand promenade walk
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