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Cabo Fort in Goa
The Goa’s Cabo Fort is positioned on the southern coast of Goa. This particulaar fort was rebuilt when it was taken over by the Portuguese.
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They also built a chapel inside the Cabo fort in Goa. The chapel, which is the place of worship, is still in use.
Some parts of the fort have become somewhat decrepit and that which offers to it a completely magical look. Cabo fort, Goa lay abandoned for a long time and this led to a tarnished look.
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The Portuguese invasion of Goa saw the construction of many forts, lighthouses and other structures in the state.
Most of the old forts in Goa are now heritage hotels, including the famous Fort Aguada. The Cabo Fort is located 9 kilometers
away from Panaji. It looks out onto the Arabian Sea, and is one of the most imposing structures in the Dona Paula area.
The historical ambiance created by the fort and its entire grandeur is something to look out for. Legend goes that during the fourteen years of exile, Lord Ram and his consort, Sita, stayed here.
The old convent attached to the Cabo Fort of Goa has been transformed to the of Governor's residence. It dates back to the year 1540, and is located very close to the Fort Aguada.
The Cabo Fort, Goa, was initially under the Indian, and then Portuguese rule. It was in the 18th century that the Britons took over and later on it was converted into a prison.
The Cabo Fort Goa, was under Indian, Portuguese rule initially. The fort came under British rule in the 18th century, and converted into a prison.
The old convent attached to the Cabo Fort Goa has been converted to the residence of the Governor. It dates back to 1540, and is located just opposite the Fort Aguada.
Your trip to Cabo Fort Goa, can be combined with some fun on the beach. Spend the day swimming in the blue waters of the Arabian, and enjoy a picnic by the beach, as you gaze upon the imposing structure of the Cabo Fort Goa.
A tour to the Cabo Fort Goa will give you a chance to get acquainted with the marvelous Portuguese architecture of the medieval era. Explore the well and springs within the premises.
Enjoy strolling on the white sands stretching for miles, and watch the rays of the setting sun cast glowing orange light on the fort.
A small Chapel was constructed at the end of the mansion, and was dedicated to Our virgin lady of The cape (Nossa Senhora do Cabo). It served as a landmark for the seafarers.
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