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Saligao Village Trail: Discover Hidden Heritage
4.9
90 Ratings
Saligao
Uncover the history and culture of Saligao, a hidden gem in Goa. Learn about the original settlers, the origin of the village name, and the unique tradition of villagers sharing the same middle name. Embark on a journey filled with fascinating stories!
Uncover the history and culture of Saligao, a hidden gem in Goa. Learn about the original settlers, the origin of the village name, and the unique tradition of villagers sharing the same middle name. Embark on a journey filled with fascinating stories!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Mae De Deus Church - Introduction to the Village and the beautiful features of the Church.
- Mae De Deus Church - Introduction to the Village and the beautiful features of the Church.
What's Included
- Soul Travelling Goodies
- Snacks / Breakfast
- Guided Tour
- All fees and/or taxes
- First Aid / Medical kit
- Soul Travelling Goodies
- Snacks / Breakfast
- Guided Tour
- All fees and/or taxes
- First Aid / Medical kit
What's Not Included
- Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
- Bottled water
- Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather, etc.
- Bottled water
Additional Information
Saligao, an enchanting small town, often goes unnoticed despite its rich history and beauty. With features like the Gothic-styled Mãe de Deus Parish Church constructed in 1873 and traditional Indo-Portuguese homes, Saligao has carved out its own unique identity. This journey delves into the splendor of this quaint town, touring its community clubs,…
Saligao, an enchanting small town, often goes unnoticed despite its rich history and beauty. With features like the Gothic-styled Mãe de Deus Parish Church constructed in 1873 and traditional Indo-Portuguese homes, Saligao has carved out its own unique identity. This journey delves into the splendor of this quaint town, touring its community clubs, chapels, residences, and immersing in the local culture.
Discover who the first inhabitants of the town were, the origin of its name, and the reason why all residents of a local ward share the same middle name. Join us on this enlightening journey furnished with captivating tales and interesting trivia. :)
- Please cooperate with the tour expert to maintain time and decorum
- This activity is suitable for people above the age of 10 years
- Usage of any recording device is strictly prohibited
- Heritage sites and temples may require appropriate attire, that covers knees and shoulders
- The guide is a local expert with in-depth knowledge and insight.
Location
Mae De Deus Church
Chogm Road
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
4.9
(90 Ratings)
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738sarikaa
Aug 27, 2024
Enriching - Had a great experience. The village was serene and beautiful. The guide was really good. The walk was an enriching experience.
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Varshakuvelkarkamat
Aug 19, 2024
Very enriching experience - I attended World photography day Saligao photo walk
Thoroughly enjoyed
Nicely curated
Ms Lira the resource person was very kind and helpful
Yet another feather in the cap of soul travelling Goa
Koonan was fun and his storytelling was really good 👍
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Blackheart2925
Aug 19, 2024
Nice walk of Saligao and surrounding village - As usual these boys do a good job! A mix of history and short walk of beautiful countryside of Saligao…thankfully the weather also helped and Koonan was great.
And don’t walk from Calangute church crossing to this church starting point…it’s fairly long :)
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Boudhaayanp
Aug 19, 2024
Amazing experience on Worls Photography Day with Soul Travelling - Amazing experience with Kunan and Lyra on the World Photography Day. We started with the Mae De Deus church and took a walk at the back alleys of Saligao.
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Tour23519459828
Aug 15, 2024
The Saligao Experience - beyond spooky land! - It was a beautiful experience, also because we had an amazing guide - Madam Adolfine ! Architecture & local history explains this tour best… it was story telling all the way and it was amazing how well she also knew the locals… Highly recommend!
And only thing that was spooooooky was - her story 😂🤣🤣 a small take away, this place is known for its haunted homes & paranormal activities… so might not be the right option for the weak hearted… but not that we had any such experience during the tour ! You might just catch the oldest haunted house of Goa if it’s not pulled down by the time you see it !
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Suchet
Aug 15, 2024
Wonderful activity in Goa - Very informative and well paced trail with Adolfina. Loved how informative and interesting this trail was. Totally recommend Soul Travelling for all the activities they do
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Arundhti
Jul 20, 2024
A memorable experience - I can't remember when I last enjoyed a walk so much. The walk was led by Adolfina Thamm from Soul Travelling, who is very knowledgeable and brings in 'lesser known' detail as the history, architecture, village lore, and more. She also pointed to the native flora and fauna that I was happy to learn about. The Monsoon rains added to the charm (as the lush landscape) and adventure, and the 'ambassador's' smiling presence was contagious. Standing by the cart at Atala's, grabbing the hot 'Beef chilly fry' bun and sipping the rose-infused tea on a rainy day was the perfect way to end the trail. A very memorable experience for me!
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469mitaleev
Jul 18, 2024
Chikkal kallo the mud fest - The experience of chikal kallo was a good experience to know about goan culture . Priyanka n pratik were very nice thy explain our culture stories in very interactive way .
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Yummraj
Jun 30, 2024
A village walk where we were lost in stories, beauty of nature, heritage & and lot more - Meeting Adolfina on this tour by soul travel was a very different experience than meeting the young enthusiastic boys & girls we met on other tours. She is a storehouse of information & she keeps constantly sharing nuances about every little thing during the walk - some of the most unexpected elements around seem to be abound with stories when she would talk. She speaks softly, is less visually expressive than many others in the profession but her warmth can be felt always, her knowledge of the subject rock solid. Everyone in the village knew her & most people who passed by said hello or spoke a few words. We ended up having a lovely conversation with a gentleman who first said hello to her & then to us. On many instances it became a conversation , instead of a monologue. Absolutely loved the walk - we would have requested to extend it some more but we had to drive to the airport. Look forward to more trips with her in future.
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Jet59821216624
Jun 29, 2024
Saligao: A Refreshing Perspective of Goa’s “Jackals” - Adolphina is a warm and knowledgeable guide. I loved how she receieved us and gave us goodies from Soul Travelling. We were encouraged to share a bit about ourselves so that she got to tap into our interests a bit more. She is authentic and passionate about the exchange of sharing. The village is itself full of hidden treasures and comes from a beautiful sense of cultural values. Monsoon rains had blessed our trail with child-like enthusiasm, blast of colour, puddles and flowers. With free flow of conversation, she patiently answered questions, was observant about our interests and provided insights of deep value. Simply loved taking photos with my girls at all these unique spots on the trail. She kindly offered to take them and was super prompt in giving suggestions for food, sightseeing, itinerary and experiences. The lovely trail ended up with snacks and tea and she even got us a taxi as a kind gesture to return to our hotel. This experience didnt feel formal but very friendly and I will surely want to come back to goa for people like her who perserve the essence of this place so artfully. Best wishes and deep gratitude to Adolphina, the founders and team of Soul Travelling for making our trip so memorable.
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