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Reviewed 28 August 2022

Curated by a Goan art historian, Victor Gomes, ‘Goa Chitra Museum’ is a must-visit on a lazy afternoon. Studded with artefacts and trinkets from across the Indian peninsula, the museum is divided into three sub-museums that teleport you from the pre-colonial Hindustan lifestyle to the Portuguese-helmed heritage. Taking a 45-minute guided tour (300 INR and worth it) enlightens you about the ancient farming tools at the Goa Chitra Museum (the first sub-museum), India's first-of-its-kind vehicles of different eras at the Goa Chakra Museum (the second sub-museum), and the historic Goan culture at the Goa Cruti Museum (the third and final sub-museum).

My Tip:
Ask for a tour from one of their resident guides, Sushant. He is very passionate about shedding more light on Victor's vision and the museum. His aura is very heartwarming and he made my visit worth noting.

Best,
SID

Date of experience: August 2022
Thank Siddhesh G
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Reviewed 3 August 2022 via mobile

It’s an incredible accumulation of things of past and present.
Wide range… carts, wheels, vessels, containers, office supplies and equipments, and many many categories.
The guide Gladys was very informative and elaborate.
Suggestion: the information shared about the articles should be displayed too along with the article. This will add authenticity to the museum.

Good job.

Date of experience: July 2022
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Reviewed 14 November 2021

We were staying nearby and chanced upon this place. The owner - Mr. Victor Hugo Gomes himself gave a brief introduction of the Museum . Approx. visit duration is ~ 2 hours. I was amazed to see such a widespread and rare collection dating back to several past years. We got a dedicated Tour Guide who explained on the 3 main sections of the Museum. The museum has a fair share of Local Goan History as well as from across the country specially of pre-Independence day era. The artefacts primarily covered the Transportation aspects as well as included the day-day chores not limited to the Cooking aspects, sanitization, eating habits, medical needs, recreational facilities, communication protocols, armory, fishery, plantation and agricultural aspects. They also had a Cafe but was closed due to renovation work as well as due to Covid. Think they should start that and have Light refreshments to offer . Was astonished to understand from Mr. Gomes that this was just 10% of his personal collection and wherever possible all these artefacts have been restored . Located quite close to the Colva Beach , tickets are priced at 300 each and is suitable for all age groups. It was truly a fascinating experience and to dwell into the rich history of Goa was quite enlightening..

Date of experience: October 2021
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Reviewed 7 November 2021 via mobile

Lovingly curated by Victor Hugo Gomes over many years, this small museum showcasing Goa's agriculture, Portuguese living, and India wide transport, is short and sweet.

The joy is talking with Victor who describes his 30-year+ odyssey to collect, catalogue, and display the unique items and the travails of destructive cyclones, false promise politicians, and the apathy of Goans taken in by shallow tourism.

The Caine Family from Fiji love visiting museums, and we're really glad to have met a true Goan in Victor.

Date of experience: November 2021
Thank JoshlineC
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vaishalibali, Marketing Partner at Goa Chitra Museum, responded to this reviewResponded 9 November 2021

Dear Joshline,

Thank you so much for the five-star rating and review.

We are so glad that you had a wonderful experience visiting Goa Chitra and appreciate the efforts and dedication of our founder-curator, Victor Hugo Gomes in bringing the true essence of Goa to the shore and making it accessible to all generations.

Thank you once again and we surely look forward to seeing you again.

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Reviewed 31 October 2021 via mobile

A must visit place. The collection is very nicely curated and tells an interesting story of old times.

Date of experience: October 2021
Thank Gopal C
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vaishalibali, Marketing Partner at Goa Chitra Museum, responded to this reviewResponded 4 November 2021

Dear Guest,

you for the five-star rating and detailed review of your visit to the Goa Chitra Museum. We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and recommend us. We certainly look forward to seeing you again soon.

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