Day 23
History, Art & CultureSkim2025-08-06
ASI Excavates Former Portuguese Arsenal in Old Goa
What Happened
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) excavated a colonial-era Portuguese arsenal near the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa. The site, dating back to 1510, served as a defensive complex, gun foundry, and coin mint, yielding artefacts like cannonballs.
Why It Matters
The find provides tangible evidence of early Portuguese military architecture and industrial infrastructure in India, enriching the historical narrative of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Old Goa.
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