Fort Aguada

India / Goa / Taleigao /
 fortification, 17th century construction
Fort Aguada used to be a prison during the Portugese rule in Goa. There is also a light house nearby.
This fort was built in the year 1612. This has two fort known as lower fort and upper fort. Aguada fort was converted into a jail during the Portuguese rule and continued to be a prison for convicts in post-colonial Goa.

Cabral pointed out that in many other countries, old buildings that served as prisons are maintained as tourist attractions.

The 17th century Aguada fort served as a reference point for the vessels coming from Europe during the Portuguese era. A four-storey light house built on the fort in 1864 is said to be the oldest of its kind in Asia. The light house stopped functioning a few years ago.

Aguada derives from Agua (Portuguese) for water. Provided fresh water to thirsty sea faring vessels.
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Aguada
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Coordinates:   15°29'30"N   73°46'32"E

Comments

  • was there in feb 2010, very interesting place, worth to visit while in goa!
  • Aguada Fort is among the must-visit forts in Goa. Located on the starting tip of Candolim Beach, you'll definitely get a visual treat from the top. Try to go there when weather is favorable. A cool breeze on top of a fort and a view of the sea waters will certainly make your day... The Fort opens at 8:30 AM till 5:30 in the evening. Basic Amenities are present there - Washrooms, Drinking water, parking etc, also there are hawkers selling eatables, refreshments etc. 1-2 HR can be spared for this visit. For More details and pics - http://owntherun.blogspot.com/2014/03/fort-aguada-goa-visual-treat.html
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