Fort Aguada Lighthouse
Fort Aguada Lighthouse
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It's worth making the nail-biting climb to the top of this lighthouse for the stunning panoramic ocean views.
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Wishwings Voyagers
Kolkata (Calcutta), India2 contributions
May 2023 • Family
The Aguada lighthouse, also known as "Faro de Punta Borinquen," is located in Aguada, Puerto Rico.
It was built in 1889 and has been guiding ships along the northwest coast of Puerto Rico for over a century.
The lighthouse is situated on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, providing stunning views of the coastline and surrounding area.
The structure is made of iron and stands 110 feet tall, making it one of the tallest lighthouses in Puerto Rico.
The lighthouse was automated in 1963, and it is still in operation today, serving as an active aid to navigation.
It is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors who are interested in its historical significance and picturesque location.
The lighthouse is part of the Punta Borinquen Light Station, which includes several other buildings and structures.
The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and enjoying the coastal scenery.
The lighthouse has been designated as a historic site and is maintained by the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust.
Visiting the Aguada lighthouse provides a unique opportunity to appreciate both its architectural beauty and its role in maritime history.
It was built in 1889 and has been guiding ships along the northwest coast of Puerto Rico for over a century.
The lighthouse is situated on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, providing stunning views of the coastline and surrounding area.
The structure is made of iron and stands 110 feet tall, making it one of the tallest lighthouses in Puerto Rico.
The lighthouse was automated in 1963, and it is still in operation today, serving as an active aid to navigation.
It is a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors who are interested in its historical significance and picturesque location.
The lighthouse is part of the Punta Borinquen Light Station, which includes several other buildings and structures.
The surrounding area offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and enjoying the coastal scenery.
The lighthouse has been designated as a historic site and is maintained by the Puerto Rico Conservation Trust.
Visiting the Aguada lighthouse provides a unique opportunity to appreciate both its architectural beauty and its role in maritime history.
Written April 16, 2024
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Pranab Pal @paltravelogue
Navi Mumbai, India478 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
Fort Aguada & its Lighthouse is a very famous part of Goa tour itinerary.
It is situated opposite of the Miramar Beach Bay, on the hill above Sinquerim village, North Goa ......
The road view is very scenic while travelling to the fort.
The abandoned lighthouse is located inside Fort Aguada.
The name AGUADA means 'water'.... this fort has been gifted with a year long fresh water spring and acted as a basin for holding fresh water for shipping lines during Portuguese era.
There is also a huge water reservoir within the fort which was used to store & refill fresh water for ships.
The walks around from the lighthouse to the edge of the cliff are amazing !!!
Breathtaking views of Arabian sea.... Nice breeze.... Exotic atmosphere.... 👌👌👌
You need to experiance it .....
An ideal place for photography lovers.
One can also visit the Aguada Jail (mostly under lock & key) on the return leg.
I recommend to visit this place either early morning or late afternoon.
Carry enough drinking water with you.
Note, the fort closes at 6:00 pm....
Over - all, a must visit place in Goa !!!
It is situated opposite of the Miramar Beach Bay, on the hill above Sinquerim village, North Goa ......
The road view is very scenic while travelling to the fort.
The abandoned lighthouse is located inside Fort Aguada.
The name AGUADA means 'water'.... this fort has been gifted with a year long fresh water spring and acted as a basin for holding fresh water for shipping lines during Portuguese era.
There is also a huge water reservoir within the fort which was used to store & refill fresh water for ships.
The walks around from the lighthouse to the edge of the cliff are amazing !!!
Breathtaking views of Arabian sea.... Nice breeze.... Exotic atmosphere.... 👌👌👌
You need to experiance it .....
An ideal place for photography lovers.
One can also visit the Aguada Jail (mostly under lock & key) on the return leg.
I recommend to visit this place either early morning or late afternoon.
Carry enough drinking water with you.
Note, the fort closes at 6:00 pm....
Over - all, a must visit place in Goa !!!
Written December 12, 2017
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SANSAR22
PANAJI, GOA13 contributions
Located just opposite the Miramar Beach Bay, on the hill above Sinquerim village in Bardez Taluka, it has an expansive view of the Arabian Sea from the North to the South, whilst standing on the ramparts of the Fort, or from the light-house itself.
The light-house is located at the south-east end of the Fort Aguada, which is steeped in the histroy of Liberation of Goa, as well some heroic martyrdom for the liberators.
From the light-house, one can see the profile of Panaji City to the east and a panoramic view of the entire length of the Miramar Beach stretching southward along Caranzalem Village and ending just below the hillock, where stands the Cabo Raj Niwas or Raj Bhavan - the official residence of the Hon. Governor of Goa. Just below this hillock is the world famous Dona Paula Bay.
Raj Bhavan was basically one of the forts built by the Portuguese to guard the mouth of River Mandovi and River Zuari.
As one stands atop the lihgt-house, one can see the Mormugao Harbour, which is one of India's natural harbours.
As we look towards the setting sun on the horizon, the entire length of the horizon is dotted with the trans-continental ships carrying iron ore and bringing in essential commodities.
The Portuguese have to be definitely credited with having selected this location for constructing these fortifications, as the light-house here is a messiah of safety to many a sea going vessel.
The fort is so named as Fort AGUADA because this fort has been gifted with a year long fresh water spring, and acts as a basin for holding fresh water for the shipping lines. Water as we know in Portuguese language means "agua".
The light-house is located at the south-east end of the Fort Aguada, which is steeped in the histroy of Liberation of Goa, as well some heroic martyrdom for the liberators.
From the light-house, one can see the profile of Panaji City to the east and a panoramic view of the entire length of the Miramar Beach stretching southward along Caranzalem Village and ending just below the hillock, where stands the Cabo Raj Niwas or Raj Bhavan - the official residence of the Hon. Governor of Goa. Just below this hillock is the world famous Dona Paula Bay.
Raj Bhavan was basically one of the forts built by the Portuguese to guard the mouth of River Mandovi and River Zuari.
As one stands atop the lihgt-house, one can see the Mormugao Harbour, which is one of India's natural harbours.
As we look towards the setting sun on the horizon, the entire length of the horizon is dotted with the trans-continental ships carrying iron ore and bringing in essential commodities.
The Portuguese have to be definitely credited with having selected this location for constructing these fortifications, as the light-house here is a messiah of safety to many a sea going vessel.
The fort is so named as Fort AGUADA because this fort has been gifted with a year long fresh water spring, and acts as a basin for holding fresh water for the shipping lines. Water as we know in Portuguese language means "agua".
Written January 20, 2007
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sunnysaxena
Jaipur, India52 contributions
Oct 2014 • Friends
nice place to be there but avoid to go in afternoon to beat the heat. I will advise to reach there after 4:30 when sun is not at peak. it has nice views. people are not allowed to go up on lighthouse but still you will find lots of views. I have there twice and its fun to be there both times. Still remember the silly poses given near lighthouse.
Written March 13, 2015
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Traveltaleswithlisha
Bengaluru, India74 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
Fort Aguada light house is near Fort Aguada around 10 min walking distance. You need to pay an entrance fees of just rs10 and then climb up to the ligthouse. It offres excellent panoramic views of goan beaches..sinquerim and calangute can be seen from here.
Written February 15, 2015
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jojo
Navi Mumbai, India2,787 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
The word Aguada means watering place.Built in 1612 consist of lower fort and upper fort.It skits the seashore rocky. Upper fort consist of moat and underground water storage, chamber, light house, gun powder room and bastions.This beautiful fort is well maintained and lot of visitors enjoy this historical monument having a vast scenery outside.
Written April 7, 2015
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Agnes2073
Budapest, Budapest, Hungary22 contributions
Jan 2015 • Couples
My hints:
Rent a scooter or motorbike first.
Get a Kingfisher (red) on the way.
Find a nice spot for watching the sunset.
Enjoy:-)
Rent a scooter or motorbike first.
Get a Kingfisher (red) on the way.
Find a nice spot for watching the sunset.
Enjoy:-)
Written February 21, 2015
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Raja_Dut
Guwahati, India50 contributions
Oct 2013 • Couples
Liked the views around the fort.Saw a film shoot there too.Also saw the places where Dil Chahta Hai,Kai Po Che were shot.The overall wxpereince was a nice one.
Written October 24, 2013
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Rakeshsharmandmc
Agra, India507 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
The light house at the Upper Deck of the Fort Aguda is a four storey structure which is out of bound for the tourists to climb. This ancient light house previously had a light beacon operating every seven minutes which was later increased to 30 seconds interval. This light house stopped working in the year 1976.
Written October 2, 2018
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MKAdvisor04
Pune, India20 contributions
Nov 2017 • Family
This fort is historical place and nice view of sea around it from fort itself.
Timing is till 5.30 evneing. Hence needs to reach by 4 to cover all fort and enjoy the place.
Nearby very good garden for kids to play can visit after fort.
Timing is till 5.30 evneing. Hence needs to reach by 4 to cover all fort and enjoy the place.
Nearby very good garden for kids to play can visit after fort.
Written December 9, 2017
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can we drive all the way up to the fort, or is there a climb on foot involved as well?
Written September 24, 2019
You can drive all the way up. There is a small museum too.
Written September 25, 2019
It is an unorganised parking in a natural environment .However ,there are no issues in finding a space to park the car either in this space or on the side of the road .
Written April 10, 2018
Is there access to top of lighthouse or is it restricted to public?
Written September 8, 2017
You have to ask the local authorities at fort
Written March 21, 2018
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