Pani Kotha (Alfiston Jail)

Pani Kotha or Alfiston jail is a one of such unique jail in India located in sea of Diu. PANI KOTHA The fortress of Fortim do Mar (Sea Fort or Pani-Kotha) is a magnificent stone structure in the sea. It is made on an island in the shape of a ship.

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Pani Kotha (Alfiston Jail) Diu
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Pani Kotha (Alfiston Jail) Diu
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How To Reach Pani Kotha (Alfiston Jail)

By Air
By Air

The Diu Airport, located to the north of Nagoa Beach, is 5 kilometres from the main town area and is easily accessible by buses and taxis to Pani Kotha or Alfiston jail.

By Train
By Train

There are no regular trains from other major cities in the country to Diu. The nearest railway station is Veraval, which is 90 kilometers away. By train, Veraval is immediately connected to Rajkot and Ahmedabad.

By Bus
By Bus

You can get Regular buses that connect Diu to other major cities of the country.

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Pani Kotha (Alfiston Jail), Diu, Daman and Diu

Pani Kotha or Alfiston jail is a one of such unique jail in India located in sea of Diu. PANI KOTHA The fortress of Fortim do Mar (Sea Fort or Pani-Kotha) is a magnificent stone structure in the sea. It is made on an island in the shape of a ship. To get a closer look to this jail, one has to reach a place called "jetty" ( P.S – Plan your trip to pani kotha early by before 2:00 PM, then you can get to enter the fort, after 2:00 PM, water gets a bit violent and hence entry is prohibited). 

Things to do near Alfiston jail (Pani Kotha)

1. Photography 

Doing photography near Alfiston jail is a wonderful activity.

2. Enjoy seafood 

Here you get ample of opportunity to enjoy the mouthwatering sea food options.

3. Collect sea cells

You can also get opportunity to collect different color, size sea cell and keep it in your memory and use it as a showcase.

Best Time to Visit:
January,February,March,October,November,December
Activities to Do:
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