Fort Aguada is Goa's best-preserved Portuguese fortress, built in 1612 to defend against Dutch and Maratha invasions. Features Asia's oldest lighthouse (1864) and panoramic views of the Arabian Sea. The name means 'Watering Place' - it supplied freshwater to passing ships.
Fort entry free. Lighthouse: INR 25 Indians, INR 300 foreigners. Lighthouse open 12-5PM only
Early morning to avoid heat or sunset for best photos. November to February for pleasant weather. Steep climb - wear comfortable shoes.
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The fort could hold 79 cannons at its peak, making it the most formidable Portuguese bastion on the Malabar Coast.
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