Britannica
Sources used in this answer
What ancient names were used for the city of Goa?
Created from Britannica articles
using AI.
AI can make mistakes, so verify using Britannica articles.
Goa
Portuguese-influenced villa, near Chapora, Goa, India.
The ancient city of Goa, which was located at the southernmost point of the island of Goa, was known by several names throughout its history. In early Hindu legends, inscriptions, and the Puranas, the city was referred to as Gove, Govapuri, and Gomant.1
During the medieval period, Arabian geographers identified the city as Sindabur or Sandābūr. Later, under Portuguese rule, the city became known as Velha Goa.1