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Private Aguada Jail Heritage Walk: Riveting Tales from Portuguese Era to Goa's Liberation
4.9
78 Ratings
Candolim
Embark on a private heritage walk of Aguada Jail and uncover riveting tales from the Portuguese era to Goa's liberation. Explore the fortress, secret tunnel, dark prison cells, chapel, and more.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Central Jail Aguada - This tour highlights the history of the 400 year old Lower Fort, later repurposed as a prison and today a cultural center for travelers to experience. You will be getting exclusive access to a Chapel, Kal Kothri (Dark prison cells), jail kitchen and a natural spring.
What's Included
- Exclusive access to special areas in the monument
- Entry ticket to monument
- Guided tour by a knowledgeable Storyteller
What's Not Included
- Snacks
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Parking fees
- Private transportation
- Tea and coffee
- Pick up or drop
Additional Information
Discover the Aguada prison by engaging in captivating stories from the Portuguese period up to Goa’s emancipation from foreign rulers. This foreboding fort, positioned to guard the entry points to the Port and subsequently adapted into a prison by the Portuguese, offers a stunning view of the Arabian Sea.
Take a guided tour of the Aguada Prison, where a seasoned Storyteller will depict colorful tales. Receive exclusive passage to different sections within the fort – such as the Kal Kothri (Dark Prison Cells), an elegant Chapel, the prison’s kitchen, a natural spring, and a hidden tunnel. Submerge yourself in the vibrant account of the Liberation Movement of Goa and its unrecognized heroes.
Location
Central Jail Aguada
Aguada - Siolim Road
Located at the bottom of Aguada Fort, Fort Aguada Jail is famous for its panoramic view, architecture and historic significance. The prison used to be the largest jail in Goa.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(78 Ratings)
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Khushig915
Jun 5, 2024
Aguda Fort- Mugdha Sawar - Enriching experience. - Mugdha di was an amazing guide. She had briefly spoken about the Portuguese history along with the how Goa became a part of India. She has explained in a great way the history of the Aguda Fort along with its stories. It was an enriching experience and great experience.
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245ruchikaj
May 26, 2024
Highly recommended! - Highly recommended! We learned so much about Goa's history and it's liberation movement. Amreen was amazing and a great story teller!
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Nomad27136177065
May 21, 2024
Fab tour - highly recommended - Shiv was an amazing tour guide, we learnt so much and taught us the history of the fort.
We did the evening tour so temperature was good
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Discover32258077345
May 18, 2024
Amazing! - Our experience with "make it happen " began with the fort and Aguada jail heritage walk and it was amazing . Shiv is a great storyteller and we had a wonderful time. Even though we visit Goa regularly, this visit was more than the beach and the food and we saw Goa with a different perspective. Thanks shiv. I hope your stories are enjoyed by many more people.
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581caitlinf
Mar 6, 2024
Definitely recommend - Booked the evening tour of the jail heritage walk. Our tour guide, Pawan, was very friendly and told the historic stories with in depth knowledge.
We decided to get dinner in the fort beforehand and then do the walk which worked well for us. Make sure you ask your taxi to wait though as there arent any available up there. Our tour was about 1hr 15.
As well as knowing about the fort and it's history, Pawan answered other questions we had about Goa, getting around, and made some great recommendations.
Highly recommend this company as an insight into Goa.
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Ginaaaaa42
Mar 6, 2024
Must do in Goa - The Fort Aguada night walk was a great evening spent in Goa. The tour itself is very interesting and gives you a great understanding of how the fort was used by the Portuguese and how Goa won its independence. Our guide Pawan was knowledgable and friendly and I would highly recommend him and the make it happen team.
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Ely_kings
Mar 4, 2024
Amazing tour with a great guide! - I highly recommend this tour if you like to learn about history. The fort is amazing and Pawa made it even more incredible with all his knowledge. I really enjoyed my time here. Thank you, Pawa!
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Go32123215719
Feb 28, 2024
Historic! - It’s a historic walk. Learned the facts of the fort by Harsha Kundaikar who was great and made me enjoy the walk. Recommended!
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385anurags
Feb 21, 2024
It was really great and all thanks to Amreen and Sejal. - Amreen and Sejal are really great story tellers. It was really great and all thanks to Amreen and Sejal. There is so much history that they apprised us with. Loved it. 100% recommend
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Pandjsteele
Feb 26, 2024
Interesting trip - A really good guide who imparted his knowledge clearly and in an enjoyabe way. Most enjoyable but be aware if you are on a cruise ship the journey to the jail is approx 1 hour but worth it.
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