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While Fontainhas is fascinating and has a tales to tell, it is important to keep in mind that it's a residential area. Respect privacy of residents and keep check on the important sign boards and instruction in the area.
Fontainhas area located in Panjim city of Goa came into existence due to a plague outbreak in the Old Goa (Goa's capital city then)
The architecture style in Fontainhas area has a strong Indo-Portuguese influence.
There is reason why the lanes of Latin Quarters, Fonatinhas are bright and colourful.
Goans wanted their homes to be colourful and those were the only colours they had back then. The reds came from laterite, the yellows from burning lime, the blues from indigo and the greens from mixing blue and yellow.
Tourists mostly visit Fontainhas to click aesthetic pictures and visiting cafes and bars, but true exploration involves lots more.
Some exclusive experiences are listed below Heritage walk with Soul Travelling includes visit to Indo-Portuguese heritage home. You can visit Vella Goa Art Gallery to explore Azulejos tiles. Explore the are art of ceramic designs at Thomas the Potter
The name Fontainhas is derived from "Fonte Phoenix" or the "Fountain of Phoenix". The terminology of the area is a story in itself! To know more join 'The Latin Quarters Walk' by Soul Travelling'
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