Places to Visit | Architecture, Art and Design
Forts | Architecture
A collection of my personal favourite places (of cultural & heritage significance) to explore, in addition to the beaches, in Goa (:
( I'd suggest to crosscheck the days and time of availability that they may be subjected to before you go )
Panoramic views of the adjoining Vagator Beach and overlooks the Arabian Sea from all angles. The fort is located on top of a hillock with slopes on all sides and stands as beautiful ruins now.
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Fort de Chapora
Chapora Fort TrailPanoramic views of the adjoining Vagator Beach and overlooks the Arabian Sea from all angles. The fort is located on top of a hillock with slopes on all sides and stands as beautiful ruins now.
What stands out and remains the showstopper even today is the four-storey lighthouse erected in 1864 that overlooks splendid views of the Sea.
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Fort Aguada
Fort Aguada RoadWhat stands out and remains the showstopper even today is the four-storey lighthouse erected in 1864 that overlooks splendid views of the Sea.
My personal favourite, Reis Magos is the oldest fort in Goa which has been restored to serve as a Cultural and Heritage Centre now.
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Fort de Reis Magos
Nerul - Reis Margos RoadMy personal favourite, Reis Magos is the oldest fort in Goa which has been restored to serve as a Cultural and Heritage Centre now.
Neighbourhoods | Architecture
UNESCO heritage site..walk along the winding lanes, Portugese style houses, occasional cats, quaint bakeries, restaurants and art galleries.
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Fontainhas
Rua de NatalUNESCO heritage site..walk along the winding lanes, Portugese style houses, occasional cats, quaint bakeries, restaurants and art galleries.
Churches and Chapels | Architecture
Basilique du Bon-Jésus de Goa
Old Goa RoadGlorious view of sunset over Goa. The location ensures that it's not too crowded and remains one of the less explored Chapels of Goa.
Chapelle de Notre-Dame-du-Mont
Glorious view of sunset over Goa. The location ensures that it's not too crowded and remains one of the less explored Chapels of Goa.
Contemporary Design | Architecture
Kala Academy is one of the most significant structures in the city of Panaji. A cultural center that was beautifully designed by the legendary architect Charles Correa is a symbol of modern heritage in Goa.
(source : charles correa foundation)
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Kala Academy station
Kala Academy is one of the most significant structures in the city of Panaji. A cultural center that was beautifully designed by the legendary architect Charles Correa is a symbol of modern heritage in Goa.
(source : charles correa foundation)
The Architect, Gerard de Cunha, creates a ship-like structure to house all the "goodness in Goan architecture" which would otherwise be lost.
Like a modern-day Noah setting out with his special arch, the Museum takes you on an eventful voyage, showing you "Goa in the context of the world".
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Musée des maisons de Goa
The Architect, Gerard de Cunha, creates a ship-like structure to house all the "goodness in Goan architecture" which would otherwise be lost.
Like a modern-day Noah setting out with his special arch, the Museum takes you on an eventful voyage, showing you "Goa in the context of the world".
Museum of Goa
Nisha's Play School