{"id":91151,"date":"2023-10-25T15:35:11","date_gmt":"2023-10-25T10:05:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/?p=91151"},"modified":"2023-10-25T15:42:36","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T10:12:36","slug":"ourism-minister-rohan-khaunte-inaugurates-aguad-interactive-museum-goa-the-land-the-struggle-the-people","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/?p=91151","title":{"rendered":"Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte inaugurates Aguad Interactive Museum:\u00a0Goa –\u00a0The Land, The Struggle, The People"},"content":{"rendered":"


\n<\/em><\/strong>~A first of its kind museum, showcasing Goa’s legacy\u00a0through use of innovative technology, opens its doors to visitors~<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Goa Khabar:<\/strong>\u00a0Hon\u2019ble Minister for Tourism,Shri. Rohan Khaunte inaugurated\u00a0the Aguad Interactive Museum: Goa – The Land, The Struggle, The People in Goa today.<\/strong>\u00a0Also present were Shri. Michael Lobo – Hon\u2019ble MLA Calangute, Shri. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS \u2013 Director Tourism & MD, GTDC, Shri. Nilesh Shah, President of TTAG and Mr. Naveen Chopra, Group CEO, Waterfront Experiences Pvt. Ltd. Located within the historic\u00a0Aguad Port Jail Complex, dating back to 1612, this museum stands as a remarkable\u00a0achievement in the preservation of Goa’s rich history and vibrant culture.<\/p>\n

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With a refreshing approach to storytelling, the Aguad Interactive Museum invites visitors to\u00a0engage themselves in the captivating narrative of Goa. This museum, intricately weaves\u00a0together Goa\u2019s legacy through interactive mediums and use of cutting-edge technology.<\/p>\n

Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte<\/strong>\u00a0remarked. “The Aguad Interactive Museum enriches\u00a0Goa’s vibrant array of tourist experiences by seamlessly blending technology with engaging\u00a0storytelling. It artfully communicates the essence of Goa – its people, culture, history, and\u00a0the pursuit of freedom.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"\" \"\"<\/strong>This visionary museum, commissioned by the Goa Tourism Development Corporation\u00a0(GTDC) and designed and conceptualised by Oorja Interactive and Delta Technologies,\u00a0stands as a testament to Goa’s rich heritage. It not only celebrates the historical significance\u00a0of the region but also resonates with the contemporary spirit of the state, fostering\u00a0responsible tourism and offering unforgettable experiences to all visitors.<\/p>\n

The Museum features a range of interactive exhibits housed in three prison cells. Each cell\u00a0offers an interactive experience, providing a captivating journey through various aspects of\u00a0Goa\u2019s heritage.<\/p>\n

Room-1: Goa – The Land<\/strong>\u00a0invites visitors to explore iconic landmarks.\u00a0Highlights include the unveiling of Aguad Fort Jail through an interactive 3D map and theopportunity to delve into lesser-known facts using the “Discover Goa” console. Additionally,\u00a0the innovative Story Vending Machine, dispenses tangible snippets of history in the form of\u00a0short story excerpts.<\/p>\n

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Room-2: Goa – The Struggle<\/strong>\u00a0encompasses a journey\u00a0through Goa’s path to liberation. Key features consist of the gamified Time\u00a0Machine, providing visitors with insights into random, but important, historical dates with a simple pull of a\u00a0lever. The interactive Freedom Fighters Wall enables visitors to connect with freedomfighter stories, while the “Message In A Bottle” exhibit allows for the discovery of their\u00a0thoughts.<\/p>\n

Room-3: Goa – The People<\/strong>\u00a0submerges visitors into the depths of Goa’s\u00a0ethnography and anthropology. It features captivating kiosks such as “Once Upon a Time”\u00a0which explores prehistoric findings, “Goenkar” for discovering prominent Goans, and the\u00a0soulful “Music of Goa”. Visitors can also witness Goa’s cultural vision in “Goa 2035” through\u00a0a captivating holographic installation.<\/p>\n

Aguad Interactive Museum stands as the first of its kind, effectively spotlighting Goa’s\u00a0heritage and culture, rendering Aguad an essential destination for all types of visitors. “We\u00a0are thankful to the dedicated team of professional curators, artists, and historians,\u00a0appointed by the State Government, who have meticulously curated this captivating\u00a0experience. The museum offers both entertainment and education, taking visitors on a\u00a0journey through history while delighting them with the use of innovative storytelling\u00a0methods. The user-friendly interactive mechanisms ensure a seamless experience for all.”\u00a0stated\u00a0Naveen Chopra,<\/strong>\u00a0Group CEO, Waterfront Experiences Pvt. Ltd., the organisation\u00a0responsible for managing Aguad.<\/p>\n

A must-visit destination for tourists and locals alike, the museum provides interactive kiosks\u00a0equipped with a smart content management system. Visitors can access audio guides via a\u00a0mobile-friendly web app using QR codes spread throughout the site, ensuring a truly\u00a0engaging and educational experience.<\/p>\n

Aguad Interactive Museum: Goa – The Land, The Struggle, The People<\/strong>\u00a0stands as a\u00a0remarkable ode to Goa’s intricate past, celebrating both its historical significance and its\u00a0contemporary essence. It is a destination that embraces its rich legacy while paving the way\u00a0for Goa’s future as a cultural hub.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

~A first of its kind museum, showcasing Goa’s legacy\u00a0through use of innovative technology, opens its doors to visitors~ Goa Khabar:\u00a0Hon\u2019ble Minister for Tourism,Shri. Rohan Khaunte inaugurated\u00a0the Aguad Interactive Museum: Goa – The Land, The Struggle, The People in Goa today.\u00a0Also present were Shri. Michael Lobo – Hon\u2019ble MLA Calangute, Shri. Suneel Anchipaka, IAS \u2013 Director […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25169,"featured_media":91152,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[155],"tags":[3794],"class_list":["post-91151","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-155","tag-featured"],"read":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91151","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/25169"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=91151"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91151\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":91158,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/91151\/revisions\/91158"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/91152"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=91151"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=91151"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.goakhabar.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=91151"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}