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Campal Heritage Walk: Unique Residential Exploration in Panaji

4.9

34 Ratings

Panaji

Discover the unique residential exploration of Campal heritage area in Panaji. Explore the grid iron pattern, self-sufficient houses, ornamental railings, and distinct construction technology.

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Panaji Kala Academy - Kala Academy is a prominent cultural centre run by the Government of Goa, in Goa, India. Situated at Campal, Panjim, it is registered as a society, and was started in February 1970. The building was designed by Charles Correa.
Campal - Unlike other areas of Panaji, the Campal heritage area is unique in its nature and characteristics. The street pattern consists of a grid iron pattern and only residential houses fully self sufficient in their needs and demands. Every house is different in its character, accessible with well tarred roads, parking space and compound is housed with ornamental railings carved in stones, and a distinct construction technology used to construct these houses.

The St Inez creek joins the Mandovi River in this area and we see some of the problems created by modernization and economic growth.

What's Included

Meet and interact with local community
Enjoy carbonated beverages

What's Not Included

Private transportation

Additional Information

Distinct from other parts of Panaji, Campal’s heritage sector boasts unique qualities and features. The neighbourhood layout is arranged in a grid pattern, with homes that are entirely self-reliant. Each dwelling has its own unique appeal, complete with well-paved roads, parking facilities, and fenced yards decorated with stone-carved ornamental railings, built using distinctive construction methods. Essentially, there’s an orderly layout with a garden (Jardin de Francisco Luis Gomes) standing out on the riverfront. Set along the Mandovi River, Campal is largely a residential neighbourhood inhabited by the economically affluent. This area is calm and peaceful, removed from the city’s bustling epicentre.

Location

Kala Academy

Meet us at Kala Academy which is located on the DB Marg in Campal, Panjim.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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844ilkap

Feb 24, 2024

Lively and fun guided walk in Panjim - What a nice guided walk. Lots about Panjim's history and the special background to this area! Live music in the park and a tasty snack inbetween. Great! I loved with how much passion our guide Mugdha told us all the stories of this area in a clear English, which we could understand very well. Looking forward to other experiences with Makeithappen. Thank you!