Located in the capital of Goa, Fontainhas is a mesmerizing area to view colourful lanes and houses. We learn how ‘Nova Goa’ developed as the new capital city after the older capital, Old Goa crumbled down with disease. We listen to stories about the most prominent monuments of the area. In addition, we visit a local house and one of the oldest bakeries in the city and try out some local delicacies. Highlights -Walking Trail covering the first Portuguese Settlement in Panjim -Re-discovering defining elements in Sao Tome Locality -Colourful Lanes & Beautiful Architectural elements of Fontainhas -Snacks at a local Goan Bakery Operational from 1920s -Indo-Portuguese House Visit -Local Legends & Stories

This heritage walk will bring alive the glorious and eventful past of Panjim. We will trace the morphing of the city from a sleepy little retreat for the elite to become the capital of Goa in 1843 after the outbreak of Plague in Old Goa.