Goa Fort Aguada

Though the forts of Goa are very small compared to other Indian forts, Goa Fort Aguada is the largest and best preserved Portuguese bastion in Goa. It was built in 1612 to guard the northern shores of the Mandovi estuary from attacks by the Dutch and Maratha raiders. The fort derived its name from Portuguese word "Aguada" meaning "Water". Inside the fort, there is a spring , which was earlier used to provide water supply to the ships. The fort has a four storied Portuguese lighthouse that was built in 1864 and is the oldest of its kind in Asia.

Though the fort is not the best preserved monument in Goa, it exhibits the splendor of Portuguese rule in Goa. Currently at one end of the fort, the central jail of Goa has been made. The base of fort has wonderful beaches of Sinquerem and Candolim. These beaches are a perfect idea for a relax holiday. The beaches of North Goa extend from Goa Fort Aguada in an almost uninterrupted 30 km sandy stretch to the border of Maharashtra. You would fell excited to know that the most preserved remnant of the fort has been converted into a beach resort, Fort Aguada Beach Resort, and is owned by Taj Group of Hotels. The Fort Aguada beach resort is one of the best beach resort in Goa and provide excellent services to the visitors. The resort has 32 rooms, 9 restaurants, bar, conference hall, banquet hall, gym, health centre, swimming pool, spa and a lot of other recreational amenities to offer maximum comfort to the travelers.

You can reach Goa Fort Aguada either from Panajim or from Mapusa. Taxis, buses and motorcycles are available for a visit to the Fort Aguada. Enjoy a gala time over there and pass some of your leisure time in delving into the past. Book your tickets now and wish you a happy journey. For further queries on Forts of Goa, you can click the link www.cheapflightstogoa.com
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