Azad Maidan


Azad Maidan is a martyrs' monument and ground in the India state of Panajim Goa. It is located opposite the Goa Police headquarters on the Mahatma Gandhi Road, Panaji.

Originally built as a square, it was known as the Praça de Sete Janelas (Square of the Seven Windows). The name was derived from the iconic Goa Police headquarters building, which has seven windows each to its either ends and the entrance. The building originally had a ground floor and three sets of seven windows each on the first floor.

Opposite to Institute, next to ferry terminal is a monument dedicate to the victims who died in 1901, when ferry drowned in Mandovi River going from Panjim to Verem, eighty one people died in this accident. This memorial was built Goan family living in Aden, since they have lost their relatives in this incident.

Posted By : NARAYAN BHANDARI C16-335


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