Chandor Heritage Trail
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.
₹1,300
Surrender to the natural beauty of the Goan hinterland and explore remnants of the ancient Kadamba-dynasty capital with this heritage trail around the charming village of Chandor.
Description
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Surrender to the natural beauty of the Goan hinterland and explore remnants of the ancient Kadamba-dynasty capital with this heritage trail around the charming village of Chandor.
Description
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- 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.
Location
Our Storytellers
Our experiences are led by passionate, professional, English-speaking local storytellers.
She was very informative and good company. We had a great time with her!
The cocktails were all very yummy and sweet. Our favourite one was the signature cocktail in Kokum Curry and all of the dishes were delicious, but the pork roast in Welcom Heritage Panjim was just a cut above.
Thank you. Highly recommend!
A The our full of history and delicious sweets and amazing local drink and music.
I strongly recommend this agency and Hinaz.
We are history buffs who love understanding cultural context. We were hooked on every word.
The tour was highly interactive and made us feel part of the story of Fontainhas.
She was very considerate, often pausing to let us take photos and even helping us capture some great moments.
Her hospitality was exceptional, with visits to quaint cafés, bakeries, and eateries, where she treated us to some of the best local delicacies, offering us a taste of history in the most literal sense.
The highlight of the tour was a musical performance organised exclusively for us, with a talent young lady singing songs in Konkani, Portuguese, and Spanish on a ukulele.
It's a must-do for anyone wanting to connect with the roots of the city.
Hinaz showed us the portuguese quarter with a lot of interesting information, typical sweets and meeting an elderly Goan Gentleman, who played local folksongs for us. It was lovely!
Sejal did the Feni and Tapas Tour with us and it was just a good time, with a lot of laughs and sooo good food and Feni.
Shiv showed us Port Agua and we completed our picture of Goan History in this region of Goa.
The tours were so rich in information and at the same time light and fun. Thank you!
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