KHAMB KHAMB KHAMBODI
CHANYA
KAJU AATHI
KUKA KUCK
DABA PASS
VITI DANDU
LAG LAG LAGORI
AABA DUBI
CHINI-GOTE
KHOBRYO
KHAPRI PASS
PADHIVARSHYO UDYO
MENDI KOAT
PASS TIN DOAN
KASULI SHE DOAH
MAVSHI PASS(?)
BILLE
DORIVARSHYO UDYO
KABBADI
LANGDI
Friday, August 10, 2007
Arnala Fort
Arnala Fort is located approximately 8 miles North of Vasai. It is built on a small island off the Arnala port. Since the fort is built on an island and surrounded on all sides by water it is also known as "Jaldurg" or "Janjire Arnala" Portuguese called the island "Ilha das vocas". Before the Portuguese control of the island, the island was controlled by the Muslim rulers of Gujarat.
The island is near the mouth of Vaitarna river and the Portuguese used it to observe and control shipping and navigation along the western coast. The Portuguese captain of Bassein donated the island to a Portuguese nobleman. The nobleman tore down the old fort and began construction of 700 foot by 700 foot fort. The fort was never completed by the nobleman but remained under Portuguese control.
In 1737 when Chimaji Appa began his assault on Bassein (Vasai) to drive out the Portguese, his General Shankarji Pant informed Chimaji that Arnala fort is a strategic for the naval forces that
were on route to attack the Portguese. Chimaji approved the assault on the fort. Shankarji Pant consulted and sought assistance of the local people to attack the Arnala fort; among them were Govindji Kasar and Gavraji Patil from Bolinj. Shankarji sent Gangaji Naik, Bajirao Belose and Rayajirao Surve to lead a battalion of 400 soldiers to lead the attack on Arnala fort. This attack was coordinated along with naval force commanded by Manaji Agre. Maratha navy was no match for the Portuguese firepower. Agre's navy was routed.
On March 28, 1737 Maratha forces attacked the fort and surprised the Portuguese who were caught with their guard down. The Portuguese retreated and gave up the fort. The Maratha victory was commemorated with a plaque installed on the northern wall of the fort and is still visible today.
Soon after the Maratha victory, Shankarji Pant began reconstruction of the fort. By January of 1738 three bastions were completed. The three bastions were named Bahirav, Bhavani and Bava. The construcation was completed by March of 1738.
The island is near the mouth of Vaitarna river and the Portuguese used it to observe and control shipping and navigation along the western coast. The Portuguese captain of Bassein donated the island to a Portuguese nobleman. The nobleman tore down the old fort and began construction of 700 foot by 700 foot fort. The fort was never completed by the nobleman but remained under Portuguese control.
In 1737 when Chimaji Appa began his assault on Bassein (Vasai) to drive out the Portguese, his General Shankarji Pant informed Chimaji that Arnala fort is a strategic for the naval forces that
were on route to attack the Portguese. Chimaji approved the assault on the fort. Shankarji Pant consulted and sought assistance of the local people to attack the Arnala fort; among them were Govindji Kasar and Gavraji Patil from Bolinj. Shankarji sent Gangaji Naik, Bajirao Belose and Rayajirao Surve to lead a battalion of 400 soldiers to lead the attack on Arnala fort. This attack was coordinated along with naval force commanded by Manaji Agre. Maratha navy was no match for the Portuguese firepower. Agre's navy was routed.
On March 28, 1737 Maratha forces attacked the fort and surprised the Portuguese who were caught with their guard down. The Portuguese retreated and gave up the fort. The Maratha victory was commemorated with a plaque installed on the northern wall of the fort and is still visible today.
Soon after the Maratha victory, Shankarji Pant began reconstruction of the fort. By January of 1738 three bastions were completed. The three bastions were named Bahirav, Bhavani and Bava. The construcation was completed by March of 1738.
Vasai : The greener side of Mumbai
Location: Vasai is located about 50-km North of Mumbai. Vasai starts from river Ulhas on the South and ends with Vaitarna river in the North. On the Eastern side is Tungareshwar, Vajreshwari, the hilly tracks of Wada and Bhiwandi towns and on the West is the Arabian sea. Thus Vasai combines climates of mountaintracks, shore-land, humidity and heavy rains. Its average rainfall is 80 inches.
About Vasai : Vasai is small Goa near Mumbai. With Christian and Konkani settlements, and abundance in natural surrounding, the small town of Vasai has always attracted visitors form all over India. Its mystic history of being an important port of the Portuguese has given it a strong Portuguese colony impression. Despite being so near to Mumbai it always remained with the Portuguese, who ruled here for 200 years.
It was part of the territory of the Hindu Devagiri Yadavas until 1317A.D. and later it became a seaport for the Gujarat Muslim kings. By 1525 the Portuguese captured it and the town became known for its ship building industry. After frequent but unsuccessful attacks by the Mughals in the 17th century, it fell to the Marathas in 1739 and was later taken by the British.
While Vasai was being passed on to many rulers treaties were signed which became known as the treaties of Vasai. Vasai during the Portuguese period was known for the refinement and wealth and splendor of its buildings, palaces and for the beauty of its churches. After 205 years of uninterrupted Portuguese rule, Bassein was progressively neglected, and the neighboring English Bombay assumed importance in trade and commerce. The word Vasai has been derived from the Sanskrit root 'Vas' which means 'to dwell". This was the original name of this place, Vasai . The Portuguese formerly called it Bassein (Baçaim) and then by the British, it also had various other names during the course of history. Another thing that makes Vasai a place of special significance is its self-sufficiency. Food products like fresh green leafy vegetables, juicy fruits, fish, milk, etc. are available in abundance .
Agashi Jain Temple
This 400 year old Jain temple is dedicated to the Jain Tirthankar, Parshwanath. Every year during the full moon day in the month of October -November, there is a huge fair at this place.
The fort of Vasai
The fort, built by the Portuguese although stands in ruins today, tell the tale of the Portuguese rule over this small sleepy town. The ramparts overlook Vasai creek and are almost complete, though overgrown. Several watch-towers still stand, with safe staircases leading up. The Portuguese buildings inside the fort are in ruins, although some have well-preserved facades. Many arches still stand, decorated with carved stones. Three chapels inside the fort are still recognizable. They have facades typical of 17th century Portuguese churches. The southernmost of these has a well preserved barrel vaulted ceiling.
Chinchoti Water falls
A great picnic spot for the people of Mumbai on the week ends. This water fall situated amidst deep jungles flows continuously from June to October. It is 100 feet tall and 20 feet wide. The surroundings and the rains with the water fall make it one of the best picnic spots.
Sopara
The nearby town of Sopara, now well known as Nala Sopara, is famous from the ancient days as a place called Shurparaka. The ancient history states that the Pandavas had stayed in Shurparak. Historians believe that the Indian city Sophir mentioned in the Greek history must be Sopara. . It has history dating back to 2500 B.C. Sopara also had trade links with many countries like Egypt, Babylon etc. It is said that Buddhists were present in this place in 3rd B.C. In 1882 an "Ashokan Stupa" was found in Sopara. The island of Salsette mentioned in the Portuguese history was near this place.
Vajreshwari
Vajreshwari is a small village about 31-km from Vasai, is famous for its ancient temple and the hot water springs. The temple dedicated to goddess Vajreshwari, was built by the younger brother of Bajirao Peshwa after the victory over the Vasai Fort. This temple looks like an ancient fort with an impressive idol of the goddess, which is being worshipped for last few centuries. The temple was built besides the Mandakini Mountain, which is the result of a volcanic eruption. No wonder that some of the hot water springs here are
considered to be the hottest in Asia.
Beaches
Being an extension of an island like Mumbai, Vasai too has vast coast line with serene beaches like the Kelva and the Mahim beaches. The beaches have not been commercialized as that of Mumbai. The fishing villages based on the seashores add to the natural beauty of the shores. The non commercialization of these beaches makes them a best relaxing spot, though near Mumbai, away from the maddening crowd of Mumbai. some of the famous beaches are arnala,rajodi,kalamb etc.
About Vasai : Vasai is small Goa near Mumbai. With Christian and Konkani settlements, and abundance in natural surrounding, the small town of Vasai has always attracted visitors form all over India. Its mystic history of being an important port of the Portuguese has given it a strong Portuguese colony impression. Despite being so near to Mumbai it always remained with the Portuguese, who ruled here for 200 years.
It was part of the territory of the Hindu Devagiri Yadavas until 1317A.D. and later it became a seaport for the Gujarat Muslim kings. By 1525 the Portuguese captured it and the town became known for its ship building industry. After frequent but unsuccessful attacks by the Mughals in the 17th century, it fell to the Marathas in 1739 and was later taken by the British.
While Vasai was being passed on to many rulers treaties were signed which became known as the treaties of Vasai. Vasai during the Portuguese period was known for the refinement and wealth and splendor of its buildings, palaces and for the beauty of its churches. After 205 years of uninterrupted Portuguese rule, Bassein was progressively neglected, and the neighboring English Bombay assumed importance in trade and commerce. The word Vasai has been derived from the Sanskrit root 'Vas' which means 'to dwell". This was the original name of this place, Vasai . The Portuguese formerly called it Bassein (Baçaim) and then by the British, it also had various other names during the course of history. Another thing that makes Vasai a place of special significance is its self-sufficiency. Food products like fresh green leafy vegetables, juicy fruits, fish, milk, etc. are available in abundance .
Agashi Jain Temple
This 400 year old Jain temple is dedicated to the Jain Tirthankar, Parshwanath. Every year during the full moon day in the month of October -November, there is a huge fair at this place.
The fort of Vasai
The fort, built by the Portuguese although stands in ruins today, tell the tale of the Portuguese rule over this small sleepy town. The ramparts overlook Vasai creek and are almost complete, though overgrown. Several watch-towers still stand, with safe staircases leading up. The Portuguese buildings inside the fort are in ruins, although some have well-preserved facades. Many arches still stand, decorated with carved stones. Three chapels inside the fort are still recognizable. They have facades typical of 17th century Portuguese churches. The southernmost of these has a well preserved barrel vaulted ceiling.
Chinchoti Water falls
A great picnic spot for the people of Mumbai on the week ends. This water fall situated amidst deep jungles flows continuously from June to October. It is 100 feet tall and 20 feet wide. The surroundings and the rains with the water fall make it one of the best picnic spots.
Sopara
The nearby town of Sopara, now well known as Nala Sopara, is famous from the ancient days as a place called Shurparaka. The ancient history states that the Pandavas had stayed in Shurparak. Historians believe that the Indian city Sophir mentioned in the Greek history must be Sopara. . It has history dating back to 2500 B.C. Sopara also had trade links with many countries like Egypt, Babylon etc. It is said that Buddhists were present in this place in 3rd B.C. In 1882 an "Ashokan Stupa" was found in Sopara. The island of Salsette mentioned in the Portuguese history was near this place.
Vajreshwari
Vajreshwari is a small village about 31-km from Vasai, is famous for its ancient temple and the hot water springs. The temple dedicated to goddess Vajreshwari, was built by the younger brother of Bajirao Peshwa after the victory over the Vasai Fort. This temple looks like an ancient fort with an impressive idol of the goddess, which is being worshipped for last few centuries. The temple was built besides the Mandakini Mountain, which is the result of a volcanic eruption. No wonder that some of the hot water springs here are
considered to be the hottest in Asia.
Beaches
Being an extension of an island like Mumbai, Vasai too has vast coast line with serene beaches like the Kelva and the Mahim beaches. The beaches have not been commercialized as that of Mumbai. The fishing villages based on the seashores add to the natural beauty of the shores. The non commercialization of these beaches makes them a best relaxing spot, though near Mumbai, away from the maddening crowd of Mumbai. some of the famous beaches are arnala,rajodi,kalamb etc.
KUPARI MAVRA
BUMBOOL
NIRLE
KARANDI
MANDELE
KALAV
NIVTYO
SHIVNE
MODI
JALE
BOYI
KURLA
KATI
PONGERA
PAKHAT
BANGDA
GOLI KHARA
PISARI
KHAJURI
MAGAR
DAKU URAF DAKSHA
MUSKOTI
DOSHI KOLMBI
HUKAT
BUMBLAI KADI
HINGALO
SILON
VADAS
VEDA KURLA(?)
KALWATE
SURMAY
KETLA
RAVAS
KADOLI
KURLYO
TOR
DAATAL
NARINGALI
KOLMBAT
HUTERI
WAAV
GOAL
PILPILE(?)
POPTI
NIRLE
KARANDI
MANDELE
KALAV
NIVTYO
SHIVNE
MODI
JALE
BOYI
KURLA
KATI
PONGERA
PAKHAT
BANGDA
GOLI KHARA
PISARI
KHAJURI
MAGAR
DAKU URAF DAKSHA
MUSKOTI
DOSHI KOLMBI
HUKAT
BUMBLAI KADI
HINGALO
SILON
VADAS
VEDA KURLA(?)
KALWATE
SURMAY
KETLA
RAVAS
KADOLI
KURLYO
TOR
DAATAL
NARINGALI
KOLMBAT
HUTERI
WAAV
GOAL
PILPILE(?)
POPTI
KUPARI FAVOURITE DISHES
KARJI
HINGOLI
DHESKA
PALNGO
MORAY LADU
FUGE
TALNAYO ROTYO
REVAL
SANNE
KHAPAR POLE
KHAPCHI
SAMTI
NARLI PAK
DHAPTYO
PUHU
HITADU
KANERI
DODAL
BHATTI LADU
KOLUM
MURAMBO
INDEL
UMBER
TATYA POLO
BAFLELE TATE
PATWADE
MUNDYASO AMBOAMBAI
GULKAS CHA PAKIT
LEMONSHI BATLI
HINGOLI
DHESKA
PALNGO
MORAY LADU
FUGE
TALNAYO ROTYO
REVAL
SANNE
KHAPAR POLE
KHAPCHI
SAMTI
NARLI PAK
DHAPTYO
PUHU
HITADU
KANERI
DODAL
BHATTI LADU
KOLUM
MURAMBO
INDEL
UMBER
TATYA POLO
BAFLELE TATE
PATWADE
MUNDYASO AMBOAMBAI
GULKAS CHA PAKIT
LEMONSHI BATLI
Kupari Old Items
PANERI
MUJI
KALANGO
TIPRI
BUDHO
ULKI
HIKA
HIBA
BARSHI
PINDA
HALTO
PARAT
UKHAL
JATA
GADA
BANDI
KUDAL
PAVDO
PARAY
KOYTI
AELI
NANGAR
PHOKNI
PARANDI
PETI
VELO
TIBAI
JOHAAR
PARAI
MUHAL
AADA
KHURPO
PAYLI
(CEMENT)
HAMPO(COWDUNG)
NANGAR
TOPLA(USED TO CARRY ITEMS)
KANERI(MADE BY RICE)
SOOL,
KHOPHAT(HUT),
BAV(WELL),
MORLI(USED TO CUT VEGETABLES ETC),
SAMSO(SPOON),
FONDIL,
KHURPO(BHATAT VAPARTYAT YI),
BALKO(USED TO SIT..MADE OF BRICKS ETC IN OLD HOUSES.),
HINDALO(IN MARATHI..ZOPALA.),
HALAMBO(MADE OF BAMBO..USED TO KEEP HENS)...
SUMALANA(DUSTER)
HAKOTE(MORNING)
MATHA(HAIR)
PETULA(A WOODEN BOX)
PASHENDI(METAL CONTAINER)
TAPAILA(VESSEL)
ALLAMAT(ALL TOGETHER)
MINGARA(?)....MARA MINGARA
KASOLI(INNER PART OF COCONUT),
ZHORA(USED BY PASSWALE)
KHAT(BED MADE OF ROPES),
KOYTO,
KITLI(KITTLE),
TAMBYO(A KIND OF GLASS??)
GADA
RAHAT
BAANDI(IF ANYONE HAS NOT TESTED THIS MISS THE REAL TEST OF KUPARI
ANGATHE (OLD BANANA LEAVES)
KHOLE (MATURE BANANA LEAVES)
PONGE (TENDER BANANA LEAVES)
LOOD (BANANA TRUNK)
VAAK (DRY BANANA PLANT SKIN)
GAYANDI (A BUNDLE OF READY PADDY PLANTS)
BHARO (A BIGGER BUNDLE OF THE SAME)
KIHANE (A SINDLE PADDY CORN WITH READY RICE)
TUHU (THE PADDY SKIN)
HARULI( YA MINE KALAVAN BANAVITYAT)
KHAPRI(BAKHARI BUJHYADO VAPARATYAT)
VALO(BATHAT NINDHYADO VAPARATYAT)
AKHO(AMBE PADYADO VAPARTYAT)
LODA(A STEM OF BANANA TREE)
THADO(BAMBUO DANDO)
KAULE (ROOF ADDITIONS)
KABAAD (CUPBOARD)
OONDOOR (RAT)
GODADI (MATTRESS)
HAAOO (MOTHER IN LAW)
OBAI(DAUGHTER IN LAW)
HAALO ANI HAALEE (BROTHER- AND SISTER-IN-LAW)
HARO (FATHER IN LAW)
BATWO (WALLET)
AKUDI
LUGADA AN PONYA
KHARAADO HALTO.
TUMAN
AANGDA
MUJI
KALANGO
TIPRI
BUDHO
ULKI
HIKA
HIBA
BARSHI
PINDA
HALTO
PARAT
UKHAL
JATA
GADA
BANDI
KUDAL
PAVDO
PARAY
KOYTI
AELI
NANGAR
PHOKNI
PARANDI
PETI
VELO
TIBAI
JOHAAR
PARAI
MUHAL
AADA
KHURPO
PAYLI
(CEMENT)
HAMPO(COWDUNG)
NANGAR
TOPLA(USED TO CARRY ITEMS)
KANERI(MADE BY RICE)
SOOL,
KHOPHAT(HUT),
BAV(WELL),
MORLI(USED TO CUT VEGETABLES ETC),
SAMSO(SPOON),
FONDIL,
KHURPO(BHATAT VAPARTYAT YI),
BALKO(USED TO SIT..MADE OF BRICKS ETC IN OLD HOUSES.),
HINDALO(IN MARATHI..ZOPALA.),
HALAMBO(MADE OF BAMBO..USED TO KEEP HENS)...
SUMALANA(DUSTER)
HAKOTE(MORNING)
MATHA(HAIR)
PETULA(A WOODEN BOX)
PASHENDI(METAL CONTAINER)
TAPAILA(VESSEL)
ALLAMAT(ALL TOGETHER)
MINGARA(?)....MARA MINGARA
KASOLI(INNER PART OF COCONUT),
ZHORA(USED BY PASSWALE)
KHAT(BED MADE OF ROPES),
KOYTO,
KITLI(KITTLE),
TAMBYO(A KIND OF GLASS??)
GADA
RAHAT
BAANDI(IF ANYONE HAS NOT TESTED THIS MISS THE REAL TEST OF KUPARI
ANGATHE (OLD BANANA LEAVES)
KHOLE (MATURE BANANA LEAVES)
PONGE (TENDER BANANA LEAVES)
LOOD (BANANA TRUNK)
VAAK (DRY BANANA PLANT SKIN)
GAYANDI (A BUNDLE OF READY PADDY PLANTS)
BHARO (A BIGGER BUNDLE OF THE SAME)
KIHANE (A SINDLE PADDY CORN WITH READY RICE)
TUHU (THE PADDY SKIN)
HARULI( YA MINE KALAVAN BANAVITYAT)
KHAPRI(BAKHARI BUJHYADO VAPARATYAT)
VALO(BATHAT NINDHYADO VAPARATYAT)
AKHO(AMBE PADYADO VAPARTYAT)
LODA(A STEM OF BANANA TREE)
THADO(BAMBUO DANDO)
KAULE (ROOF ADDITIONS)
KABAAD (CUPBOARD)
OONDOOR (RAT)
GODADI (MATTRESS)
HAAOO (MOTHER IN LAW)
OBAI(DAUGHTER IN LAW)
HAALO ANI HAALEE (BROTHER- AND SISTER-IN-LAW)
HARO (FATHER IN LAW)
BATWO (WALLET)
AKUDI
LUGADA AN PONYA
KHARAADO HALTO.
TUMAN
AANGDA
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