Goan Portuguese Heritage House
Late 18th century residential architecture vibrantly reflected the cultural symbiosis between Portugal and Goa Patterned on the Lisbon double storied mansion the double storied house the Casa de Sobrado built by the Christian Goan landed gentry remained within the Goan tradition in that there were only 2 stories The first floor was exclusively for the family the lower floor for services This feature is reflected in the facades by the large cantilevered windows on the first floor and the nondescript openings on the ground floor the large windows opened onto individual balconies Corbels supporting the balconies are a feature borrowed from religious buildings of the Earlier Phase 16th mid 18th century and create a resemblance to pulpits for preaching The Cross above the service entrance door was a common feature in the facades of Christian Homes Da Gama house Verna Salcete Goa
Size: 3748px × 5475px
Location: Da Gama house, Verna, Salcete, Goa, India
Photo credit: © Ladi Kirn / Alamy / Afripics
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