Historic and cultural tours to goa
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Historic and Cultural tours to Goa
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See the old churches in Velha Goa when on a Goa Honeymoon
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Historic and Cultural tours to Goa
Ancient History
The part of the Indian land that forms Goa finds mention in old Hindu texts such as the Puranas
Goa apparently was part of the great Ashokan Empire way back in 200 B.C
Greek philosopher Strabo mentioned Konkan in his works.
It was a part of Vijaynagar Empire and later became a part of the Bahamani Kingdom
Goa remained under the Portuguese from 1510 to 1967
Explore vestiges of the ancient past
Couples with a keen interest in history, archaeology and sociology can explore ancient ruins and other historic landmarks
TOP TOURIST ATTRACTIONS – OLD GOA
See the old churches in Velha Goa when on a Goa Honeymoon
This city was the capital of Portuguese Goa till the 16th century
Top Attractions that qualify as must visit on a Goa honeymoon
include:
Augustinian Monastray
Adil Shah’s Mosque Basilica of Bom Jesus
Se Cathedral
Church of St. Francis of Assisi
Viceroy’s Archway
