Anjanvel Fort

Anjanvel Fort is a fortification in Ratnagiri with rectangular stone walls surrounded by a dry moat. The site contains multiple sections arranged across its grounds and reflects military construction methods typical of the region.

A regional ruler captured the fort in the 17th century from a neighboring state and expanded it as a port to control coastal waters. This development made the site a key point for trade and defense of the coastline.

The fort's name connects to sacred sites in local mythology, and visitors can find ancient temples nearby that show how important this location was to people in the region. The layout of the structures reflects how communities lived and worked here across centuries.

The fort is accessible by a broad path starting from Anjanvel village across relatively flat terrain. Visit during dry months when the paths are easiest to walk and the site is most comfortable to explore.

Mango trees grow within the fort's walls and are still maintained by local people today. These orchards show that the site was never purely military, but also provided space for people to grow food and live.