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Fort Tiracol (Terekhol)

Tiracol, Goa, India

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Overview

Goa's northernmost point — a river-mouth fort turned heritage hotel with St Anthony's church in its courtyard and Querim's sands across the water.

Why visit: Lunch inside a fort across a ferry — the state's most romantic detour.

Things to do

›Courtyard church
›Rampart terrace
›Ferry crossing
›Querim beach combo

Fort VisitHeritage DiningFerry Ride

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Travel Information

Best time

Nov–Mar

Entry fee

Free (courtyard); hotel guests beyond

Est. budget

₹500–2,000

Duration

Half day

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