Visit to Sinquerim Fort and Beach Goa; for Beach Sports
There is almost no crowd in Sinquerim Fort compared to what we get to see at the Aguada Fort. There is decent parking space and not many shacks. Water sports facilities are there and we saw just one counter catering to the public here.
Sinquerim Fort
Sinquerim Fort is a little lesser known fort among the forts of Goa located in North Goa. It was constructed in the year 1612 and is the lower extension of the better known fort, the Aguada Fort. The fort consists of a bastion and a section of fortified wall on both sides. Sinquerim Fort served as a safe berth for Portuguese ships.
Sinquerim Fort is a popular for Bollywood movie shootings and as honeymoon destination.
Sinquerim Fort and Beach Goa
Sinquerim Fort and Beach popular Honeymoon Destination in Goa
Sinquerim Beach
Sinquerim beach is less rough and lot cleaner too. The fort bisects the shoreline into two and probably because of this extension the waves loose the intensity by the time they hit the beach. Because of this low intensity of the waves tourists feel encouraged to to have beach bath without bothering to change to beach wear.
I saw a father encouraging his little son to feel the waves of Arabian Sea and the child delightfully throwing his arms as if swimming.
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Water sports is good here, at least one doesn’t have to wait for long because of less crowds compared to Baga beach and Candolim beach.
Sinquerim Beach Goa
Sinquerim Beach Sports
Festival in Sinquerim Beach
Goa has plenty of festivals celebrated throughout the year. You can witness the famous Sunburn Music Festival here in December.
Water Sports in Beach
Most common water sport here is the boat rides. Almost always you will get a boat for this simple thrill. The guides make it dramatic by showing you the coastline around Sinquerim and hidden coves that were used by smugglers. If you are lucky you may spot a dolphin too.
Banana boat rides, a sly version of simple boat rides too are available in this beach. They topple the boat right in the Arabian Sea; I wouldn’t want to try that, would you?
Water scooters are available for rent here. You have the full controls or a guide can take you pillion. Riding solo would be more thrill and fun filled.
Para sailing is available too. They are done during sunset. But a word of caution: Never try them during monsoons.
I have been there. It’s a beautiful place
Lovely pics Indrani:) Some how every time me and my husband plan a trip to Goa it has failed:( But it is the first place I want to visit once I am back in India
I haven't been to India (yet) but it's one of the top places on my travel list. Maybe soon… Gorgeous pictures, that fort looks impressive.
So much to see and enjoy in Goa……specially through your camera lens.
fabulous photos
Nice pics Indrani !
Beautiful Scenery Indrani…. loved it…..:)
What a lovely spot and a very impressive looking fort.
Another fort! :). This time when I go to Goa, will visit this one. Thanks , Indrani.
Oh Interesting. I remember staying only in Aguada Fort when I went there.
So picturesque!
wow!
Seems a bit different from other forts of Goa… nice captures..
excellent view of the fort 🙂
That is one explanation possible, thank you yearful… 🙂
It's away from the hustle that you often see at Aguada, this standalone sort of a fort. I love the second pic, because it seems like a regular pic of the Fort walls till you notice the two people at the 'window'. 🙂
Also, as far as I know, this fort used to be the gateway to the sea for Aguada and served as an anchorage. Ships used to be anchored here, so maybe that's why it extends into the sea.
Thanks for the comments friends. 🙂
Hi Yogi Saraswat, I am not able to give any definite explanation to its construction. I will keep searching for info and update this post when I come across some suitable explanation.
This is an interesting old fort and a beautiful beach, The weather looks beautiful there!
The third picture is so soothing to the eye!
its wall are going into deep surrounded with water. is any special reason ? for safety purpose ? as we seen in Red Fort , Delhi that the then emperor supposed to dig a canal like surrounding the fort . attractive pictures.
You know the best places to take us.
I love old forts like that. All good shots and looks like a beautiful place.
This is a nice little beach. Nice captures.
Lovely fort and scenery!
pretty scenery from your part of the world. nice stonework on that part of the fort.
A wonderful place to visit indeed!! I love your captures and I love the idea of fewer tourists!! Hope your week is off to a good start, Indrani!!
How pleasant to visit the fort where there were not so many tourists!
The place looks inviting and pretty quiet and clean! The extended fort into sea makes beautiful photos.
impressive looking fort!
I have started missing Goa ! Will have to revisit with your list, Indrani
Tempting! I'll get there.