So-called freedom fighters of Goa might have a chip on their shoulder regarding the Basilica being considered as one of the Portuguese wonders of the world. The fact remains that it was designed, architected, engineered and built using Portuguese labour - after all, weren't Goans Portuguese citizens?
However, lets look at what Diu has to say ... http://www.dnaindia.com/india/report_portuguese-wonder-to-boost-diu-tourism_1269423 Declaration of Goa Basilica as one among 'Portuguese wonders' had sparked off a controversy among freedom fighters, but that is not the case in Diu. People of Diu are happy that the Diu fort has found a place in list of the 'seven wonders of Portuguese origin' that was announced recently. ... Diu fortress is a historical monument which was built between 1535 and 1541. According to its history, Bahadur Shah, sultan of Gujarat, was attacked by the Mughal emperor Humayun. It prompted Shah to form an alliance with the Portuguese and allowed them to construct a fort in Diu. ... According to RN Dharecha, tourism officer in Diu, the listing of Diu fortress among seven wonders will help the tourism industry. He said by and large around 7,000 to 8,000 foreigners come to Diu to visit the fort every year. Gabriel. ____________________________________________________________________________________ Access Yahoo!7 Mail on your mobile. Anytime. Anywhere. Show me how: http://au.mobile.yahoo.com/mail
