Panaji Trip Overview
Go beyond the pristine beaches of Goa and visit its colonial past with this heritage tour of Fontainhas! See a unique blend of Indian and Portuguese culture in every corner of the Old Latin Quarter; from architecture and music, to historical sites and Catholic churches. Start your journey with a meet up at the General Post Office Panjim, where your local English-speaking guide awaits. Make your first stop at the nearby Tobacco Square, an excellent starting point for easy access to all of Fontainhas’ streets. Gaze upon the colorful houses and establishments while on your way to the heritage precinct of St. Thomas ward and the small church of San Thome, areas that give insight into the religious influence of the Portuguese.Grab a quick bite of Goan delicacies at the 31st January Bakery before your tour continues on to the 18th century chapel of San Sebastian.Walk farther along the beaten path and discover a cluster of fascinating heritage sites: Panjim Inn,Fundacao Orient, and Galerie
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Panaji, India
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Panaji, Goa, India
Go beyond the pristine beaches of Goa and visit its colonial past with this heritage tour of Fontainhas! See a unique blend of Indian and Portuguese culture in every corner of the Old Latin Quarter; from architecture and music, to historical sites and Catholic churches. Start your journey with a meet up at the General Post Office Panjim, where your local English-speaking guide awaits. Make your first stop at the nearby Tobacco Square, an excellent starting point for easy access to all of Fontainhas’ streets. Gaze upon the colorful houses and establishments while on your way to the heritage precinct of St. Thomas ward and the small church of San Thome, areas that give insight into the religious influence of the Portuguese.Grab a quick bite of Goan delicacies at the 31st January Bakery before your tour continues on to the 18th century chapel of San Sebastian.Walk farther along the beaten path and discover a cluster of fascinating heritage sites: Panjim Inn,Fundacao Orient, and Galerie
Itinerary
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Pass By: San Thome Museum: Back in Time, 73/A, San Thome Simplex Varca, Margao 403721 India
Explore the heritage precinct of St. Thomas ward
See the beautiful San Thome church and the very old 31st January Bakery
Spend time at the Fontainhas area which is the oldest and largest latin quarter of Asia
Pass By: Fontainhas, Panjim India
Spend time at the Fontainhas area which is the oldest and largest latin quarter of Asia
Visit the chapel of San Sebastian
Walk around Panjim Inn, Fundacao Orient, and Galerie Gitanjali
Pass By: Kankonkar Goan Kaju House, Colleins holiday home, Gaura vaddo, HOLIDAY STREET, Calangute Goa 403516 Opp to calangute mall, Calangute 403516 India
Meet the reowned Goan musician
Check out handcrafted ceramic souvenirs at Marcou Artificial
