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DESTINATION INDIA, GOA : ADIL SHAH PALACE, PANJIM

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Yes! A Palace, Goa has the honour to house a palace in the capital city which is passed by several people every single day, but is overlooked every time. The Palace which I am referring to is one of the oldest Palace which can be dated back to the time of Portuguese Invasion in the state of Goa. This beautiful palace belonged to Muslim ruler of Bijapur, Yusuf Adil Shah (1450 – 1511)

The palace is strategically located to provide a beautiful riverfront view of the beuatiful Mandovi river. The Palace is commonly referred to as Idalcao Palace. It was also referred to as Adil Shah’s Summer Palace cum fortress.

Goa has a varied and a distinctive history with this beautiful palace, it was both well maintained and well armed during the reign with over 55 cannons and saltwater moat. However, when the Portuguese invaded Goa under the cable leaadership of Afonso de Albuquerque in 1510, the Sultan of Bijapur had to give up.The Palace got the name of Idalcao Palace during post Portuguese invasion. It was a Portuguese version of the name “Adil Shah” Thus it was called Idalcao’s Palace. Following which this became the temporary residence of Viceroys of Goa.

The Viceroys who came to Panjim resided in the Idalcao Palace, and then moved for their ceremonial which were held in Old Goa. Same before leaving on a sea voy age, they would come to stay at the Idalcao Palace and from there on head on a sea voyage. The same continued to be used in this manner till 1918.

Post the Liberation of Goa from the Portuguese Rule in the year 1961, the Palace was used as the Secretariat, of the Goa State Legislative Assembly. Soon, the new secretariat was built at the Porvorim. Following which this Palace was converted into the office of administration of the Government Body.

The interiors of the palace is not open to general public, tourist or visitors. But the Exterior beauty is just so mind blogging. The typical colonial design and architectural style has been developed and enhanced with the passing years. Also the main enterance which was earlier facing the front of the Mandovi river was shifted towards the backside of the building of which the main entrance had a crest of the viceroy which was replaced by post liberation to Ashoka Chakra which is the Indian Emblem.

Very few people, get an opportunity to visit this Palace and one of which was me, The beauty of the exteriors is that it is simple and gives you a feel of an old Portuguese Mansion, the highlight of which is the big chandelier in the main hall.

DID YOU KNOW:
The Palace is significantly palaced in between two statues of great stature, towards the left is the Statue of Dayanad Bandodkar, the first Chief Minister of Goa while towards the right is the statue of the Abbé Faria., the great hypnotist.,

TIP OF THE DAY:

If you plan to visit the palace especially the interiors then plan your visit during the festivals like Serendipity, along with the art appreciation, you will also get to enjoy the view of the river front sipping a hot coffee from your the top veranda of the Palace

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DESTINATION DUBAI : BURJ AL-ARAB

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BURJ AL-ARAB

Snuggled over the beautiful blue waters of Jumeirah Beach, the architecturally rich Burj al-Arab is the fourth tallest hotel in the world. It is one of it’s kind placed in the beautiful city of Dubai, United Arab Emirate.This beautiful hotel during its construction phrase was known to the people of Dubai and across the globe as Dubai Chicago Beach Hotel but it was then renamed to be Burj al – Arab by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and today this particular hotel is the world’s 4th tallest hotel, the other 3 too being situated in Dubai, itself.

The name – Burj al- Arab what does it mean? Well, the name means – Tower of the Arabs. This luxury hotel can be considered to be as an artificial island connecting the Jumeirah beach to the mainland with the help of  a private curving bridge.

The foundation of this hotel was laid in 1994 and it was only in 1999 that this beautiful structure was created, leading to the grand opening of the same in December 1999. The Client wanted a building that would symbolize the style statement and the  main aim of the architect Tom Wright was to construct the same in lines to create a  symbolic statement which would be the pride of the country.

BE CAREFUL:
Pickpockers, they pick pockets any time of the day, so if you have precious belonging with yourself, you better be careful.

TIP OF THE DAY:
Visit the Jumeirah Beach, to get a picture perfect photograph of the Burj al – Arab. While enjoying the clicking and posing for photographs on the Arabian sand, you can simultaneously upload it online! As the beach has full free wi-fi facility. Also if your visit to the place is scheduled during the summer, you are kindly requested to carry a stoles or shawl along with self as dubai heat is terrible.

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DESTINATION INDIA, GOA : OUR LADY OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, PANJIM

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OUR LADY OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION, PANJIM

Situated on a hillock facing the square below, surrounded by green coconut trees, the church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Panjim is the most beautiful and magnificently designed church. The Church very often referred to as the Panjim Church or Ora Pro Nobis Church. (Ora Pro Nobis means Pray for us), the church got this name as the same is engraved on the church, thus, many people refer to it by that name.

The Church initially was a small The colonial Portuguese Baroque style chapel which was built in the year of 1541, but it was then in the mid – 17th century the chapel was reconstructed. The church structure that we see today was built way later, considering the second largest bell which was brought something around 1800s. Following which in the nineteenth century we see the front of the church was constructed with the symmetrical zigzag staircases, thus, completing the church structure that we see today. Due to it being strategically located, the church provides an overview of the beautiful city of Panjim.

The Church is special not just because of the design and location but also because the church has Goa’s second largest bell. This is the same bell because of which the entire top structure of the church had to be reconstructed to accommodate the bell on the top of the church. The second largest bell was brought from the Augustinian Monastery, this is the second bell following the Golden bell which is the largest bell in Goa which is located at Se Catheral, Old Goa. The presence of the bell, further enhanced the beauty of the church but the bell had a very long journey before it became the resident of Panjim City. The same is 2,250 kilograms in weight.

The Church has three altars, the main altar has an elegant decor is dedicated to the Mother Mary while the other two to the right is Our Lady of Rosary and to the left is dedicated to the Jesus’ Crucifixation. The same is considered as the first church of Goa and thus has a wide popularity among masses. These two altars are flanked by the marble statues of St. Peter and St. Paul.

The Church conducts mass every cay in English, Konkani and Portuguese.

The Church celebrates it’s feast every year on the 8th December. The same is celebrated with great pomp and spendor. Every year the church celebrates the 9 days of novena following which the feast is celebrated. During these days, the church is illuminated with lights and after every mass the sky of Panjim city is lit up with fireworks. If you are planning your holiday to Goa, try to plan your holiday in the first week of December to witness such beautiful scenes in the state.

BE CAREFUL:

During the Church service, avoid clicking pictures with flash or photographing yourself before the altar.

TIP OF THE DAY: 

If you plan to visit the place during afternoons or May summers, then please carry hats and wear cotton clothes to avoid spoiling the fun of your trip.

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