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Famous forts in Goa

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                      Famous forts in Goa 1. Fort Aguada, Goa Fort Aguada | #1 of 7 Forts in Goa (North Goa) With the waves of the Arabian Sea caressing its lofty walls, Fort Aguada is one of the most iconic forts in Goa. Built several centuries back in 1612, the strategically located fort was the most prized structure for the Portuguese rulers. Situated at the mouth of River Mandovi, this massive and magnificent fortress presents a breath-taking view of the endless sea spreading away from it. Among the many things that make it a star attraction among tourists is the four-story Portuguese lighthouse built in 1864. Though it was abandoned in 1976 and is no longer in use, this lighthouse stands as the oldest one of its kind in the whole continent of Asia. An interesting feature of  Aguada Fort in Goa  is the prison cells that were used during the administration of Salazar, the 100 th  prime minister of Portugal. Looking...