"Of interest in Diu, is the fort Diu which occupies a very important position. It is an expansive and imposing structure situated on the extreme coast of the island. The fort commands a magnificent view of the sea and the surrounding areas. Towards the west of the fort lies the town of Diu. A number of old canons and collection of iron shells can be seen here. Near the Diu Fort,is Panikotha fortress in the sea which can be reached by boat. It is lit in the night giving a beautiful view. The massive historic Diu (Praca de Diu) fort complex built in 1535 was the key position of the whole strategic complex which comprises the other forts – one at Gagola, which was destroyed in 1896; the Passo Seco Fort at about 8 km from the city. This fort predates the Portuguese conquest."
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S. Gajrani, in "History, Religion and Culture of India, Volume 3", pp.36, 37
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