GOA MONUMENTS

Compared to Indian standards, Goan forts are very small in size. Nonetheless, these are historic specimens of immense military, political and economic importance in a land crisscrossed by rivers and canals and bordered by sea on the west. The old monuments, now in ruins are mute testimony to the joys and sorrows, and colourful and dark events of a bygone era.

Aguada Fort

Aguada Fort, located on the northern side, overlooking the Aguada Bay provides a harbour for local shipping. This fort was perhaps the strongest fort to protect the Portuguese territory.

Chapora Fort

Built by the Adil Shah of Bijapur on the southern headland of the Chapora River, the Chapora Fort was also known as "Shahpur" and is now mostly in ruins. The fort offer a majestic view of the Vagator beach and isvery close to Anjuna beach.

Cabo Palace Rama Raj Bhavan

Just opposite Fort Aguada on the south headland of the river Mandovi is the Cabo Palace Rama Raj Bhawan built in 1540 AD. The palace fortress housed the Franciscan monastery, which later (1594 AD) became the official residence of the Governor of Goa.

Mormuga Fort

Located near the internationally famed Marmagoa Harbour is the Mormuga Fort, built to protect the harbour situated near the Vasco da Gama town.

Terekhol Terecol Fort

This fort was conquered by the Portuguese in 18th century, which used to protect the Tiracol Estuary and the sea from the Sawantwadi Rajas in 1776.