Hi again
today we are visiting second important fort of Goa.
The Fort Of Chapora.This fort is next to my favourite beach of Goa ,the Vagator beach . I seen this this fort plenty of times from the beach & only twice visited the fort.
It takes almost 40 minutes from Panajim to reach here & once you trek up on the fort you will see the exotic view of Arabian sea & the stunning coast line of anjuna & vagator as it is situated atop a cliff on the coast of Anjuna-Vagator.
The Fort was built by the Sultan of Bijapur in 1560 on the Chapora river to guard the attacks of marathas from west & south.Later the portuguse conquered it & rebuilt the Fort in 1717.During the Portuguese rule the Fort was primarily designed as a refuge place for the people of Bardez in the event of attacks.They also built Chapel of St Anthony there.
This fort is very popular Bollywood destination & lots of shoots were carried out here.
So next time keep some time for visiting this Fort.
Bye.
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Sunday, October 28, 2007
Sunday, October 14, 2007
GOA EXPLORED-FORT OF TEREKHOL.
Hi again
When you think of Goa we will always talk of the Beaches,Churches & Temples of Goa.actually this tiny state of Goa can offer you much much more than you expect.Now onwards i am exploring the Forts of Goa.
And the journey begins with the strongest of all forts here.The Fort of Terekhol.
This fort was built by the rulers of small kingdom of Sawantwadi on the bank of River Terekhol which is the name of the fort.Since this fort is at the northen tip of Goa it acted as first defence for the rulers of Goa from any attack from the North side by powerful marathas.The Portuguese knew the importance of this Fort & conquered it immediately from the rulers of Sawantwadi.They also built a church within the Fort which is one of the rare things you will see in Indian forts.
Today the fort gives you breathless view of the Terekhol river & the Arabian sea.it has also a heritage hotel there.many tourists visit this fort to take the glimpses of this beautiful place.
From panajim to reach here it takes almost 60-70 minutes by road & it is worth for you to visit this Fort during you next visit to Goa.
Bye
When you think of Goa we will always talk of the Beaches,Churches & Temples of Goa.actually this tiny state of Goa can offer you much much more than you expect.Now onwards i am exploring the Forts of Goa.
And the journey begins with the strongest of all forts here.The Fort of Terekhol.
This fort was built by the rulers of small kingdom of Sawantwadi on the bank of River Terekhol which is the name of the fort.Since this fort is at the northen tip of Goa it acted as first defence for the rulers of Goa from any attack from the North side by powerful marathas.The Portuguese knew the importance of this Fort & conquered it immediately from the rulers of Sawantwadi.They also built a church within the Fort which is one of the rare things you will see in Indian forts.
Today the fort gives you breathless view of the Terekhol river & the Arabian sea.it has also a heritage hotel there.many tourists visit this fort to take the glimpses of this beautiful place.
From panajim to reach here it takes almost 60-70 minutes by road & it is worth for you to visit this Fort during you next visit to Goa.
Bye
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
GOA EXPLORED-SAFA MASJID
Hi there
the exploration continues.this time i thought of exploring the biggest mosque of Goa.SAFA MASJID.the pilgrimage place for small community of Muslims here.
the Safa Masjid is situated in city of Ponda.it takes 35 minutes to reach here from Panajim.
The Sultan of Bijapur Adil Shah built this beautiful mosque in 1560 ad.this mosque is classic piece of Islamic Architecture with signature arches ,water fountains & gardens.there is also a water tank wihin the premises of the masjid.We are lucky today that this mosque has survived the attacks Maratha's & more so of Portuguese.
the local Muslim community gathers here during the Id festivals.
though this place is not in list of regular tourist hot spots i feel you can take some time out to visit this beautiful piece of Islamic architecture in state of Goa which is dominated by churches & temples.
Bye
the exploration continues.this time i thought of exploring the biggest mosque of Goa.SAFA MASJID.the pilgrimage place for small community of Muslims here.
the Safa Masjid is situated in city of Ponda.it takes 35 minutes to reach here from Panajim.
The Sultan of Bijapur Adil Shah built this beautiful mosque in 1560 ad.this mosque is classic piece of Islamic Architecture with signature arches ,water fountains & gardens.there is also a water tank wihin the premises of the masjid.We are lucky today that this mosque has survived the attacks Maratha's & more so of Portuguese.
the local Muslim community gathers here during the Id festivals.
though this place is not in list of regular tourist hot spots i feel you can take some time out to visit this beautiful piece of Islamic architecture in state of Goa which is dominated by churches & temples.
Bye
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