About the experience
Nestled in the picturesque hinterland of South Goa you’ll find Chandor – a quiet hamlet where the past and present seem to coexist in perfect harmony. This sleepy village houses an enduring legacy of its former roots as Chandrapur – the glorious capital city of the ancient Kadamba dynasty. Travel back in time and explore the region’s rich history and culture with this heritage trail around charming Chandor!
Special Note: This experience is not a walking trail and requires transportation. Explore the village using your own vehicle or transport mode arranged at your end.
Highlights
- Discover Chandor’s past as a flourishing kingdom and trading hub to centuries-old dynasties, and discover the intriguing legend of an ancient ‘Queen’s Curse’.
- Enjoy an archaeological goldmine of 11th century temple ruins and carefully preserved statues.
- Explore a piece of living history as we visit a 500-year-old heritage home that predates the Portuguese era in Goa. Hear intriguing tales of its various past occupants who have contributed to the home’s rich and ever-evolving history, making it the iconic landmark it is today. The home also houses a treasure trove of artifacts that have been collected over the years – including ancient artefacts dating as far back as the Kadamba era.
- Visit the mansion of an Indo-Portuguese family who were considered nobility during the colonial Portuguese period.
- Soak in the natural beauty of Chandor, as we walk up to a local chapel atop a small hillock and enjoy scenic views along the Kushavati river.
What's included
- Experience led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
- An introduction to the ancient capital of Chandor and its rich Kadamba heritage.
- Entry inside an iconic Indo-Portuguese heritage home, with a tour hosted by the home’s owners.
- Visit to the mansion of a former nobleman – with a tour hosted by the mansion’s owners.
- Visit all the Kadamba heritage sites in Chandor.
What's not
- Transport. Travellers will need to bring their own vehicles (cars/two-wheelers) as transport within Chandor will not be provided by us.
- Hotel pickups and drops.
- Meals (breakfast/lunch/dinner).
- Sightseeing points that fall outside of the curated route.
- We do not provide umbrellas, raincoats, hats/caps, face-masks or sanitizers.
Where it is
Phone : +91-9764972646Address : 726V+HVP, Villa Formosa, Chandor, Goa 403714, India
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