Every wall of this Indo-Portuguese house in Goa tells a story

ANCIENT HOUSES OF GOA

Chandor, the former capital of Goa, is home to some of the oldest Indo-Portuguese houses; one of them being the Braganza house, located near the Our Lady of Bethlehem Church.

TRAVEL THROUGH TIME

The bright yellow exterior of the 17th century mansion stands out as you enter the quaint village, and the same walls bear witness to the changing times.

ART RESERVE

As you enter the east wing of the house, occupied by the Braganza Pereira family, you can’t help but admire the hand-painted flowers adorning the blue walls. These walls have preserved the tradition of hand-painting.

DOWN MEMORY LANE

Memories travel through time, and photographs capture them forever. The photographs hanging on these walls carry memories of bygone generations.

TIMELESS MAGIC

The marble-like walls of this ballroom have hosted guests for centuries. The antique furniture, marble floor and glistening chandelier only add to the magical ball experience.

PAGES OF HISTORY

The folded corner pattern on the green walls of this room resemble a turned page. These walls have heard endless conservations, and have witnessed the pages of history turn.

SILENT STORYTELLERS 

These beautiful walls are no less than storytellers, holding countless stories within them. All we can do is stare and try to figure out what they have to say.

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