See all Monuments in Alibag
Kanhoji Angre Samadhi
Thikrul Naka Mitra, Shribag No.3, Alibag, Maharashtra 402201 Phone: Not AvailableAbout
Kanhoji Angre Samadhi is a beautiful tourist spot in Alibaug that was built in memory of the great Maratha Admiral Kanhoji Angre. The samadhi has eight faces and the sculptured pillars, which have been dilapidated, however stand firm. Kanhoji Angre or Conajee Angria or Sarkhel Angre to Admiral of a Fleet.The first notable chief of the Maratha Navy in 18th century India .He fought against the British ,Dutch and Portuguese naval interests on the coasts of India during the 18th century.As a result, they labeled him a pirate.Despite the attempts of the British and Portuguese to subdue Angre, he remained undefeated until his death.
