Firangiwada Heritage Walk
About the experience
Discover Firangiwada – a small hamlet formerly inhabited by the Portuguese community in Diu. With residents that ranged from colonial Viceroys and Fidalgos, to Indians who converted to Christianity, the neighborhood is brimming with intriguing tales from a long forgotten past.
Highlights
- Get a vivid introduction to one of the most iconic areas within the Estado Da India (the former colonial Portuguese Empire of India).
- Discover what lured the Portuguese into Diu and their strategy behind building Diu’s iconic fortress.
- Visit stunning heritage structures – from intricate Baroque churches and memorials to residential homes – and explore relics and artifacts that date back to the medieval times.
- Witness the marvelous Indo-Portuguese architecture, with its distinct symbolism and iconography.
- Immerse yourself in stories about the advent of the Jesuit order in Diu.
Firangiwada Heritage Walk
From ₹100/person
Firangiwada Heritage Walk
₹100
Uncover fascinating stories and legends in Firangiwada – a former colonial neighbourhood that was home to Diu’s Portuguese nobility.
Description
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- Experience led by a knowledgeable local storyteller.
- Learn about the colonial history of Diu.
- Introduction to various monuments and memorials.
- Entry into ASI sites and heritage buildings.
- As part of the documentation purposes for Diu Smart City Ltd., our storyteller will be taking photographs during the walk which will later be shared with our guests.
FAQ’s
- What time does the experience start?
Fixed departure experiences are available everyday at 8:00am and 4:30pm. - How do we reach the meeting point at Khoja Zafar Memorial?
The Khoja Zafar Memorial is located opposite the PWD office on Fort road. The location link will be sent to your mobile along with the details of the experience and the name and contact number of your storyteller. - Is there parking available?
Yes. There is ample parking space around the meeting point. - Can this experience be done using a vehicle?
While we ideally recommend this experience through a walk, we understand that some travelers may have physical limitations. A vehicle tour can be done as a private experience where we will ensure that the quality of the experience remains as close as possible to the heritage walk. - Will we be entering any residential homes?
Visit inside residential homes may not alway be possible, as it is strictly based on prior permission and availability of the local residents. - Can we consume beer / other alcoholic drinks during the experience?
No. It is not recommended to consume alcohol during the heritage walk. - Is photography permitted?
Yes, photography is permitted. However, while doing so travellers must take care not to trespass on private property and to respect the privacy of the local residents. Please note that photography & videography is strictly prohibited at the St. Paulu2019s Church, and it is also not permitted to take selfies or pose for photographs while inside any other churches we visit. For our documentation purposes our storyteller will be clicking photographs during the walk, which will later be shared with our guests. - Do we need to wear face masks?
It is mandatory to wear face masks, use sanitizers and maintain social distancing in all public spaces. - Are Covid-19 protocols followed during the heritage walk?
All Covid-19 safety precautions will be taken by us. Our Storytellers are all double vaccinated, wear face masks, maintain social distance and avoid physical contact. All enclosed spaces will be sanitized by us. - Are washrooms available?
There are a few Cafes and Restaurants within a few minutes drive of the meeting point, and washrooms can be used with permission from the management.
Our Storytellers
Our experiences are led by passionate, professional, English-speaking local storytellers.
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We had the pleasure of being taken around the hidden gems to try the local feni cocktails and delicious goan specialities with the lovely bubbly Patulla.
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!
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!
An excellent experience with an extremely knowledgeable, informative and engaging guide - who has an evident pride and passion for Goan heritage.
We took the divar island with breakfast tour with Yuvraj. He shared the amazing history about Goa and divar island with us. All the points we saw were amazing, so was divar island itself. Will surely try more of make it happen tours.
My husband found this fontainhas walking tour through Google. I’m usually not a fan of walking tours and history. We booked for 6PM and went. It was just the 2 of us. Hinaz was our storyteller and did an exceptional job. Her enthusiasm and passion kept us engaged throughout the walk and made the tour very interesting. We got to try the traditional goan sweet and drink. We were given post card souvenirs and there was also a surprise performance by goan musician Maxie at the end of the tour which we loved. Highly recommend this experience!!
Our story teller Hinaz was amazing and so knowledgeable. The tour is nice and easy, and it opens your eyes to many things that you will never notice if you are waking solo there.
A The our full of history and delicious sweets and amazing local drink and music.
I strongly recommend this agency and Hinaz.
A The our full of history and delicious sweets and amazing local drink and music.
I strongly recommend this agency and Hinaz.
We were hosted by Petulla, whose enthusiasm and warmth made the tour special. She's a passionate storyteller who brought the rich history and culture of this place to life.
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.
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.
The tours with make it happen were so nice that we even booked three tours in our time in Goa.
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!
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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