Surat Castle (Old Fort), Surat

             In14th century Mohammed Tughlak was the ruler of Surat. At that time he built the Old Fort in Surat. There was a reason to build the Old Fort which was to strengthen the city against attack by the Bhils. Malva king Shri Chatrapati Shivaji tried to attack twice on this Old Fort of Surat. Mecca is the pilgrimage place for Muslims. In the time of Mughal rule, Old Fort was used as a gateway of mecca. It is famous for its beautiful architecture. To see the heritage of city many tourists come to Old fort at surat which is witnessed of many historical events of Surat. There are many museums, gardens and other places to see near Old Fort which attracts too many tourists.

 

Old Fort Sura

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=>  Address               :     Rang Upvan Rd, Chowk Bazar, Varasa, Surat, Gujarat 395003
=>  Hours                   :      Open every Day· 10AM–6PM
=>  Former names  :      The Old Fort of Surt, Surat Fort