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Panjim Heritage Walk: Discover Goa's Capital History
4.9
10 Ratings
Panaji
This heritage walk will bring alive the glorious and eventful past of Panjim. We will trace the morphing of the city from a sleepy little retreat for the elite to become the capital of Goa in 1843 after the outbreak of Plague in Old Goa.
This heritage walk will bring alive the glorious and eventful past of Panjim. We will trace the morphing of the city from a sleepy little retreat for the elite to become the capital of Goa in 1843 after the outbreak of Plague in Old Goa.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fontainhas - We begin our walk from the Latin quarters of Fontainhas, the residential quarters designed for the Portuguese Bureaucrats and servants. This was one of the earliest settlements in Panaji city. The quarter has retained its heritage look with the small crowded lanes flanked by the typical bright Portuguese styled houses. The walk takes…
- Fontainhas - We begin our walk from the Latin quarters of Fontainhas, the residential quarters designed for the Portuguese Bureaucrats and servants. This was one of the earliest settlements in Panaji city. The quarter has retained its heritage look with the small crowded lanes flanked by the typical bright Portuguese styled houses. The walk takes us past a wishing well, Chapel of St. Sebastian and the Temple on the hill dedicated to lord Maruti and the Geetanjali Gallery of modern art exhibitions.
- Sao Tome Old Quarter - The Panjim walk leads us to the square which got its name from Tobacco trading over the river. Later this square served as the police headquarters, a customs and mint area and currently accommodates the General Post Office and the Sao Tome Chappel. We walk past bright coloured buildings set on the backdrop of the river Mandovi. We will also walk to the Mermaid Garden and statue of the world famous hypnotist Abbe Faria.
- Maruti Temple - A beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, the monkey God.
- Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception - The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is often used to represent Goa in Bollywood films. The church was constructed on this hill for the sailors in the year 1541 after demolishing a temple. Later in the early 17th century it was renovated and constructed in the Baroque style of architecture. The church houses a large church bell in Goa that was brought here from the fallen monastery of Old Goa.
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Entrance Charges
- Tea and coffee
- Professional guide
- Entrance Charges
- Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
- Pick up and drop
- Pick up and drop
Location
Post Master General Office
Our guide will meet you outside the Post Master's office.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Elewanana
Dec 9, 2022
Amazing walk with loads of history - We booked this tour because we were satisfied with the company and hat a nice experience already in Chennai. Also we loved the Panjim walk: Our guide Sawani was really nice and knowledgeable. She gave us a great overview about the history of Panjim and whole Goa. Can recommend!
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Chasy1642
Sep 26, 2022
Panjim walk - The panjim walk was a fantastic one. Our guide made sure we learnt a lot about the Goan heritage in a fun way. He was very well read and made it very interesting with anecdotes and lesser known remarkable facts. The architecture was outstanding and it really transported us to a bygone Era. Highly recommended
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Kendra
Aug 31, 2021
Spectacular walk in Panjim - We had a great time exploring Panjim with an awesome guide. 5 Senses ensured the guide met us on time. The guide was very passionate and answered all our questions, He learnt a lot about living in Goa and its rich and mixed heritage. The latin quarters were outstanding. The architecture was unique and very quaint and different from the rest of Goa. The Immaculate church was another memorable visit. It was a fantastic heritage walk where we learnt a lot about Goa!
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Stacyrogers52
Nov 14, 2019
Panjim walking tour - We had the morning of Saturday free and so signed up for the panjim heritage walk as this was our first visit to goa. Our guide was fantastic and took great care of us throughout the walk. She told us riveting stories of the Portuguese and also about life in Goa of today. The Latin quarters of Fountainhas was the highlight of the walk and so was the Hindu temple of the goddess of wealth. This is a great way to orient yourseof about Goa. Highly recommended
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Countryexplorer123
Nov 10, 2019
Culture walk in panjim - We were met by ram at the post office in Panjim and there were 3 more people. The next 3 hours were an amazing experience of Goan history and culture. We learnt so much about the Portuguese influence on Goa. The churches were incredible and so was the food. Ram was one of the best walking tour guides I have ever had and I would recommend this.
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Jparson52
Oct 23, 2019
Panjim walk - We signed up for the Panjim heritage walk by 5 senses walks as we had the morning free. It was a lovely experience over 3 hours walking through streets of Panjim. Ram took us to fontainhas the Latin quarters and it was incredibly beautiful. We also saw several churches and old Portuguese heritage monuments. Ram also took us to a nice eatery where we had Goan snacks. It was a great way to spend a Sunday morning. I would highly recommend this.
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Nimodory
Jul 18, 2019
Heritage walk - It was a lovely experience with 5 senses walks as Sawani took us on uhe panjim heritage walk. We explored the Portuguese quarters, tobacco square, visited churches and a mahalakshmi Temple. Ot was a well organised walk full of conversation and i enjoyed every bit of it
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Trailblazer376646
Jul 17, 2019
Goa beyond famed beached - This was easily the highlight of our Goa holiday. Within 3 days, Sun, surf and sand started to get monotonous.
That's when we decided to explore history and architecture of Old Goa. Glad we shortlisted the best one. The guide was excellent. At the end of the tour was convinced that Goa is as much a historical and cultural destination as much as it is India's best known beach resort
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Bradg_23t
Jul 16, 2019
Amazing tour of panjim - We had a great time with Sawani in the panjim heritage walk. The guide was an archaeologist and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the 3 hour walk to the Latin quarters as well as temples. Sawani also arranged goan food for us which was fantastic. Highly recommended
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913abbyj
Jan 26, 2020
Fontainhas history lesson - Ramchandra was a great guide, the walk was relaxed and informative.
The snack was a nice add-on and the postcard activity was a good surprise
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