Dig Into Goa’s History Through Its Churches And Forts

Drawing from a heavy Portuguese influence, Goa is speckled with stunning churches and forts. There are also plenty of temples and art galleries to visit.

Also located in Ponda Taluka, Shri Shantadurga Temple is a large shrine located at the foothill of Kavlem village. This temple, dedicated to Goddess Shantadurga is considered as one of the most important and the biggest temples in Goa.The Church and Monastery of St Augustine in Old Goa is located close to Panjim.The ruins of 46 m high Bell Tower without the bell can be seen from some distance and attractsvisitors. Part of the Panjim Inn Hotel, Gallery Gitanjali houses a curated selection of abstract oil and mixed media pieces, including collages lining the walls of the private guest rooms. The contemporary Museum of Goa (MOG) is a three-storey museum which displays works by Indian & international artists, and doubles as a cafe and gift shop.