Terekhol Fort is the testimony of history of Maratha kings ruling the some parts of Goa because this majestic fort was constructed in the 17th centaury by Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, who was ruler of Sawantwadi. Terekhol Fort was captured by Portuguese Viceroy Dom Pedro Miguel de Almeida in the year 1746 and was renovated and rebuilt in the year 1764 with the construction of St. Anthony church. In the present days this church is opened to public only during the annual feast held in May. Goa born viceroy Dr. Bernado Peres Da Silva used this fort for his armed revolt in 1825 but Portuguese succeeded in recapturing this fort. After the end of Portuguese rule in Goa, Terekhol fort was abandoned and started to turn in ruins. At present a part of fort is converted into Heritage hotel where as remains is in ruin status.

Located at the mouth of Terekhol river in the northern most region of Goa in the Pernem taluka.
Terekhol fort is best accessible by ferry boat journey from hamlet of Querim, which is about 40 km away from Panaji, the state capital city. On the road journey one can reach Terekhol fort from Arambol beach.

Most of visitors on Goa travel visit Terekhol fort for the panoramic views of Arabian sea and fascinating architecture excellence of fort.

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