The history of Fort St.Photo: Jesuraj Alakassery

Fort San Antonio, Axim

Axim, Axim · Western

A Portuguese-founded fort on Axim's shoreline, later rebuilt by the Dutch and now a weathered coastal landmark.

The local tip

Axim is a genuine working town with a lively fish market; combine the fort with the beach and the market in one morning.

Check before leaving

Confirm site access, which depends on the caretaker and restoration work.