Fontainhas : Latin Quarter Heritage Walk
ID: GYG593516-1010698
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
02:30 hours
Description
The Latin Quarter Heritage Walk Introduces you to life and stories of Fontainhas. The trail includes visiting the oldest bakery in town, a Goan home as well as colourful streets.
The Latin Quarter Heritage Walk in Fontainhas starts at General Post Office , Panjim. The spot is next to the bust of Miguel Caitan Dais, in a square known as ' Tobacco Square'. After initial introduction and stories ( and some goodies ), we head into the colorful streets of Fontainhas to understand the life there. We pass by the Sao Tome Chapel, the altars, famous bars and local eateries with stories about each of them. We marvel at the colorful houses of the area and understand the reason behind this. Post this, we visit one of the oldest bakeries of the area ( Almost 100 Years Old ) to try some local Goan delicacies. Next, we get a unique opportunity to enter a Indo- Portuguese mansion and meet the owner, who has seen this area develop. We end our trail back at the same location as we started!
Highlights
- Explore the Colorful Lanes and beautiful chapels through a guided walk
- Local Snacks/Sweets Tasting at one of the Oldest Bakeries of Panjim
- Visiting an Indo- Portuguese Mansion and meeting the owner
- Connecting with the friendly locals that make you feel like you are at home
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Meeting point is right outside the General Post Office, Panjim. Next to the bust of Miguel Caetano Dias.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
