Home » Sightseeing in Goa - Forts in Goa - Cabo Fort in Goa - Historical Places in Goa

Cabo Fort in Goa | Goa Cabo Fort

Goa Cabo Fort - Cabo Fort is nestled in a panoramic view of Goa. It was constructed in 1540 A.D. Situated on the south headland of the river Mandovi, the Cabo Palace fortress houses the Franciscan monastery which in1594 A.D became the official residence of the Governor of Goa.

The exact date of construction of the fort is not known but in 1540, the eighth Governor of Goa, D. Estevo de Gama, projected fortification of the mansion to safeguard the openings to the Mandovi and Zuari rivers.

The Cabo Fort in Goa, was under Indian, Portuguese ruling originally. The Goa Cabo Fort came under British rule in the 18th century, and rehabilitated into a prison.

The old convent adjacent to the Cabo Fort Goa has been converted to the residence of the Governor. It dates back to 1540, and
is located just opposite the Fort Aguada.

Forts in Goa - Your trip to Cabo Fort Goa, can be shared with some fun on the beach.

Spend the day swimming in the emerald waters of the Arabian, and enjoy a picnic by the beach, as you gaze upon the impressive structure of the Cabo Fort Goa.

A tour to the Cabo Fort Goa will give you a chance to get familiar with the stunning Portuguese architecture of the medieval era. Explore the well and springs within the premises.

The Cabo Fort Goa, was under Indian, Portuguese rule initially. The fort came under British rule in the 18th century, and converted into a prison.

The old convent attached to the Cabo Fort Goa has been converted to the residence of the Governor.

It dates back to 1540, and is located just opposite the Fort Aguada.

Your trip to Cabo Fort Goa, can be combined with some fun on the beach.

Spend the day swimming in the blue waters of the Arabian, and enjoy a picnic by the beach, as you gaze upon the imposing structure of the Cabo Fort Goa.

Goa-Travel.com offers the best information about Goa Cabo Fort and Historical Places in Goa.

Contact us for all customized tourism reservations on the following mobile Nos ( 24 Hours) : +91-98422 55573, 98422 33110, 98424 30308.

Phone Number : 0422 - 2695182, 2332063

Email Id: info@goa-travel.com.

Fax No: +91 - 0422 - 2331605