Vasai (Konkani and Marathi pronunciation: [ʋəsəi]; British English: Bassein; formerly and alternatively Marathi; Bajipur) [5] is a historical place and city located in Palghar district; which was partitioned out of the Thane district in 2014.

Pathein Township is located in west-central Ayeyarwady Region and in the central part of Pathein District. The Township includes Ngwesaung Subtownship and Shwethaungyan Subtownship, both unofficial divisions used by the Township for statistical and administrative ease.

Vasai, a city in Maharashtra state, India; known as Bassein during Portuguese rule . Treaty of Bassein (1534) Treaty of Bassein (1802) Military history of Bassein; Vasai Assembly constituency; Bassein Fort, a colonial fort in Vasai built by the Portuguese; HMS Littleham (M2707), Indian Navy ship; formerly known as HMS Littleham (M2707) Battle …

Feb 9, 2014 · Bassein-Vasai (Baçaim) is situated at about 70 kilometers north of Bombay on the Arabian Sea. It lies on an island at the mouth of a river and was thanks to this position easily defensible. The city, which belonged to the Kingdom of Cambay, was a very important one before the Portuguese conquest.

Feb 15, 2021 · Vasai’s (formerly and alternatively Bassein) history has roots back from the ancient puranic ages. Not just a long background of changing dominance, but this land has also seen a long history of names.

Jan 1, 2023 · Vasai is a city near Mumbai that has a rich and diverse history and culture. It is a place where you can witness the traces of ancient civilizations, the glory of Portuguese colonialism, the valor of Maratha warriors, the influence …

Pathein, formerly called Bassein, is the largest city and the capital of the Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located 190 km west of Yangon within Pathein Township on the bank of the Pathein River, which is a western branch of the Irrawaddy River, the city had a population of 172,923 in 2019.

Jan 15, 2023 · Bassein Fort is a historical monument in Vasai, Maharashtra, that showcases the architectural and cultural legacy of the Portuguese, the Marathas and the British. Learn about its history, architecture and how to visit it in this article.

Vasai-Virar, city (municipal corporation), western Maharashtra state, western India. It lies on the Arabian Sea coast north of Mumbai (Bombay). Bassein (Vasai) town was part of the territory of the Hindu Devagiri Yadavas until 1317, and it later became a …

Nov 30, 2016 · Fort Bassein, known also as Fort Vasai, is a ruined Portuguese fort located in the Maharashtra State in the western part of India. It was built during the 16 th century, and remained in the hands of the Portuguese for about two centuries, during which it prospered and flourished.