Goa State Guide
One of the best forts in Goa, Fort Aguada was constructed by the Portuguese to protect Goa against enemy attacks from sea. The fort derives its name from Portuguese word 'Aguada', meaning 'Water'.
Location : The Aguada fort is situated 18 Km from Panajim, Goa.
Best time to visit : Goa is pleasant whole year round, December to February marking the busiest season.
About the Aguada Fort
The forts of Goa are very small compared to other Indian forts. Aguada fort is one such fort, which is small in size. The fort derived its name from Portuguese word "Aguada" meaning "Water". The fort was built by Portuguese in 1612 AD near Mandovi River. The idea behind the fort was to protect Goa against any enemy attack from sea. Inside the fort, there is a spring , which was earlier used to provide water supply to the ships. Though the fort is not the best preserved monument in Goa, it exhibits the splendour 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 Fort Aguada in an almost uninterrupted 30 km sandy stretch to the border of Maharashtra.
The Fort Aguada Beach Resort
The most preserved remenant of the fort has been converted into a beach resort, owned by Taj Group of Hotels. For the sports lovers, Goan Banana and the Taj Holiday Village operate water sports including para sailing and jet skies at the southern end of Sinquerem beach. 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, water sports, adventure sports, children activity centre, astrologer, tennis, golf, squash, badminton, beauty parlour, Jacuzzi, steam, sauna.
Reaching Fort Aguada
Fort Aguada can be reached from Panajim or from Mapusa. Taxis, buses and Motorcycles are available for a visit to the Fort Aguada.
