Aguada is a Portuguese word which means “Water" so basically this Fort was renowned as the biggest water reservoir in Asia. As you will visit the campus of Aguada Fort you can easily remember the scenes by several Bollywood movies which were shot here. You can witness the endless sea, a beautiful lighthouse and an amazing fort which altogether will give you feel of a perfect landscape.
The 400 year old fort, constructed in the year 1551 happens to be one of the oldest forts in Goa. It is believed that the name of the fort was laid after three men from the Bible. Today, the fort falls under the ownership of the Goa government and finds itself on the list of Goa ancient monuments. It has been fully restored and serves as a heritage centre in the town.
Easily accessible via ferry ride from Querim, the fort is on the list of some of the famous Historical Places to Visit in Goa. The fort was constructed on the orders of Maharaja Khem Sawant Bhonsle, who was the king of Sawantwadi during the advent of the seventeenth century. The hilltop location of the fort gives some of the most exhilarating views of the Arabian sea from its ranks
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is an estuarine mangrove habitat, which is declared as the bird sanctuary, and located on western tip of the Island of Chorão along the Mandovi River, Goa, in India. The sanctuary is named after Salim Ali, the eminent Indian ornithologist. the Salim Ali bird sanctuary is one of the smallest protected areas of Goa.
Regarded as one of the popular Historical Places in Goa, this fort lies 18 km ahead of Panaji. Overlooking the Sinquerim Beach, this magnificent fort used to act as a landmark for goods arriving from Europe. The fort served as an anchoring point for ships arriving from the sea, during the 16th and 17th century.
This Church is one of the prime Historical Places to Visit in Goa. Designated as a Roman Catholic church, the convent of St. Francis was established by 8 Franciscan friars who came to Goa in 1517. Their efforts led to the establishment of the chapel which was later modified into a church and dedicated to the Holy Ghost.
The archway was erected by Francisco da Gama, who happened to be the grandson of famous explorer Vasco da Gama. He ordered the erection of this archway when he became the viceroy in 1597. One side of the arch faces the sea, which had to undergo repair in 1954 after it collapsed.
Classic white Baroque architecture blended with Portuguese flavours and dash of Goan touch; the Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is an excellent structure standing proudly on the Church Square Panaji.
Drive far to the Southern Goa, through the muddy off-track road to arrive at the edge of the Sea and get ready to witness the glory of past - Cabo de Rama fort. The fort is perched between the two famous beaches in South Goa - Cavelossim, and Agonda.
This island is located near the island of Divar and is also popular by various other names like Juvem. It is known that the history of Juvem is a rich one and the natural beauty around the island only adds to its overall charm.