| Underi | |
|---|---|
उंदेरी | |
| Raigad District,Maharashtra | |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Government of India |
| Controlled by | Siddis |
| Open to the public | Yes |
| Location | |
  Underi | |
| Coordinates | 18°42′20″N72°50′29″E / 18.705531°N 72.841281°E /18.705531; 72.841281 |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1680 (1680) |
| Built by | Siddis |
Underi (also calledJaidurg) is afortified island near the mouth ofMumbai harbour south ofProng's Lighthouse. It is a companion fort toKhanderi and currently lies inRaigad district,Maharashtra. These islands of Khanderi and Underi served as one of the landmarks for ships enteringMumbai harbour.[1] Underi is smaller than Khanderi.
The fortification was built by Kahim of theSiddis[2] in 1680 CE.[3]
underi.
