Goa • 2 monuments
Among the most popular of the Goa beaches is one at Candolim, known for its white sand and picturesque shoreline. Sand dunes covered with scrubs complement the beauty of the sea. There are few water activities and one can also join the trip to watch the dolphins. Aguada Fort and the adjoining lighthouse, church and jail garrison are among the top highlights of the beach. One can also find some inns and restaurants that serve fresh seafood and exotic cocktails. Remember that some of them can be extremely expensive. Small local bars (called tavernas) can be your stopover to enjoy the locally brewed drinks. Tourists get to enjoy seclusion as the beach is not as crowded as the other famous Goa beaches. Shops selling cheap clothes and masseurs offering relaxing massage offers are quite common at the beach. Swimming is strictly prohibited until you have an expert company.
A splendid colonial footprint on the canvas of Goa, Fort Aguada is one of the biggest and well-maintained Portuguese forts of the region. Built in 1613, when Portuguese felt the need to provide defence to their ships against Dutch and local Indian rulers; the fort stands gloriously defeating all signs of aging. An added attraction is the Portuguese lighthouse erected in 1864. It now serves as an exciting vantage point to admire the nearby beaches and Arabian Sea waves. ‘Aguada’ means water and it was chosen as the fort’s name due to its capacity of storing thousands of gallons of freshwater. A natural spring flowing nearby acted as the source of water for the ship crews. The fort, which is now known for its luxurious beach resort, boasts of features like moat, bastions, secret passages and storage chambers. Overlooking River Mandovi, the fort promises its visitors some spectacular views of the setting sun. Prefer to visit early morning or in the evening to avoid scotching sun.
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