Goa is distinct and probably exceptional for the ones who vacation there. It has been the Indian travellers’ common go-to place when it came to relaxing and unwinding from the regular city life. The place has serene beaches, churches, and now to add to the richness, a museum too. Mind you, the museum isn’t just some regular building. But a 400-year-old building which will now hold precious exhibits and antiques.
Alfandega – A 400-year Old Blue Building In Goa
This ancient building used to be called Alfandega during the Portuguese rule in Goa. It stands on the banks of the Mandovi river as tall as ever. And has now been renamed ‘Dharohar’ – the National Museum of Customs and GST.
The museum was inaugurated by Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday.
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What Will This Ancient Museum House?
The museum has eight galleries. And parts of the gallery will showcase artefacts and works done by the Customs Department.
The galleries will constitute of –
- Introductory gallery
- History of Taxation Gallery
- Guardians of economic frontiers gallery
- Guardians of Art and Heritage
- Guardians of Flora and Fauna
- Custodians of Social well being
- Journey of Indirect taxes – Salt Tax to GST
- GST gallery
The Antiques At Dharohar
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For the history buffs visiting Goa, the museum has a Battle of Wits gallery, which will showcase the struggles and intellectual battles between smugglers and customs officers. The gallery also contains many precious and valued items among which are the replica of Amin pillars from Kaurkshetra, the manuscript of Ain-i-Akbari and other astronomical instruments.
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First Published: June 13, 2022 6:26 PM