Explore Panjim the local way!
Walk through the Immaculate Conception church, the only pre-colonial palace of Panjim, the largest Latin Quarters of Asia with its picture perfect lanes and listen to the stories that mark the neighbourhood on world map as UNESCO Heritage zone. Connect to the stories of Fontainhas through its architecture, vibrant lanes, guided not just by a local, but by a friend of the neighbourhood. Get to taste traditional wood oven baked Goan sweets at a vintage bakery, dance to the sound of Goan music by a local musician. Along the way chat with locals who would share their version of the story.
Perfect for those who believe travel is about tasting slowly, listening deeply, and engaging meaningfully.
What's included
- Explore the vibrant Latin Quarters of São Tomé and Fontainhas, Asia’s largest Latin Quarters and admire colonial architecture, colourful homes, and quiet alleyways.
- Walk with a local friend who shares personal stories, hidden histories and everyday life.
- Visit a heritage padaria (bakery) and taste a traditional Goan snack while learning about baking legacies passed through generations.
- Witness the heritage of Panjim through landmarks such as Immaculate Conception Church, Adil Shah’s palace and spaces that hold memory and meaning.
- Experience a live musical performance that brings the culture and spirit of Ponje (Panjim) to life.
- Engage respectfully with the neighbourhood, understanding how to be a thoughtful traveler in residential heritage areas.
- Go beyond postcards, and connect with Panjim as a living, breathing town, full of rhythm, resilience and quiet beauty.
- If you find joy in storytelling, architectural beauty, and understanding how history weaves into the present, this tour invites you to experience Panjim in its true essence beyond what meets the eye.
- It’s a perfect curation for the curious travelers, culture seekers, and mindful explorers who want to see beyond the usual tourist trails.
What's not
- Transport to and from the meeting point/ location.
- Water bottles. Please carry your own water bottles to reduce plastic waste.
- Food and beverages unless mentioned in the itinerary.
- Hats. caps, suncreen, umbrellas or raincoats. Kindly carry your own to avoid any inconvenience.
Where it is
Phone : +919309158839Address : FRXH+Q44, Near Municipal Garden, Panaji, Goa 403521, India
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