Areas of Attraction
Goa of the Top 5 destinations in the world, It is the 25th state of the Indian Union & it is a State within a State, with an unique Four Century – Old Portuguese Heritage which sets it apart from other tourist places of interest because of its culture, traditions & religions in Modern India.
With the finest beaches on the subcontinent, Goa museums, churches of Goa, Goa temples, Goa religious places, the climate is at its best when the European winter is at its worst, that is the reason why all fun lovers, leisure tourists, holiday makers from abroad are attracted every year & the percentage of foreign tourists increasing year by year.
Goa, situated on the shores of the Arabian Sea is one of the World’s fastest- growing tropical tourist destination not only for foreigners during winters but also for Domestic tourists / corporate from all parts of India for enjoying their holidays / Corporate tie ups during winters as well as in summers & rainy season.
Goa –The land of Beaches, Temples, Churches, Forts, Caves & Sanctuaries offers a span of accommodations ranging from Guest Houses to Luxurious Hotels & Resorts.
Calangute- the Princess of all Beaches situated in North Goa is a major tourist place of interest closely attached to Baga & Candolim beaches. On the Beach water sports, food & beverages joints and shopping markets provide fun lovers complete entertainment at its best.
The tourist inflow from abroad & India itself is making Goa – the No. 1 tourist destination & CALANGUTE being explored by all the tourists visiting Goa without fail.
Beaches in Goa
Beaches in Goa are priceless marvel of the state. Goa Beaches comes almost on top when one has to list down tourist spots in Goa according to relative significance. Goa States is surrounded by 75 miles of coast out of which 50 miles of it is beach. Some of the famous and quite popular beaches of Goa are :
North Goa Beaches:Calangute, Baga, Candolin, Dona Paula, Miramar, Anjuna, Vagator, Morjim, Mandrem, Keri, Harmal, Sinquerim, Chapora
Beaches In South Goa:Colva, Palolem, Bogmallo, Varca, Mobor, Benaulim, Cavelossim, Betul, Agonda
Churches in Goa
Not many people know that Christianity originated in India but most of its influence is seen in West. In India, Goa is one such place where you can easily trace the epic of Christianity through charming churches.The word Church literal meaning is assembly and not an edifice, but slowly there were certain changes and the term is now more known as a building. Churches in Goa are listed in World Heritage Sites. In Goa, some of the significant churches are :
Se Cathederal
Church of St. Francis Of Assisi
The Church of Mae de Deus at Saligao (Bardez),
Chapel of St Catherine
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Temples in Goa
The state is more known for its Churches rather than temples. Irony come from the fact that it is considered a Christian state where as there are about 65% of Hindus inhabiting the state compared to 30% Christians. Some of the famous temples in Goa are :
Shri Shantadurga (at Kavlem),
Shri Mangueshi,
Shri Bhagavati (Pernem),
Mahalaxmi Temple
Vithal Temple
Kamakshi Temple
Sri Mahadev Temple
Wildlife in Goa
Catch a Tiger or ride an Elephant! The wildlife in Goa though not popular is worth watch. You can call them hidden treasures of the state. There presence is overshadowed by the popularity of monumental heritage. They are very much a part of the state and definitely in coming years are going to give strong competions to other tourist spots. Some of the famous wildlife sanctuary are :
Bhagvan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
Bondla Forest
Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Choden.
Museums Museum of Christian art at Rachol
Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery at Old Goa
Archives Museum of Goa at Panaji.
Other Places:
Dudhsagar Water Falls,
Aguada Fort,
Kesarval Spring,
Mayem Lake.
Other Activities :
Goa Water Sports:
If there are beaches, water sports cannot be far behind. Man takes out pleasure in everything and when it came to beaches, water sports gradually emerged. Some of the famous water sports in Goa are Scuba diving, Water Skiing, Parasialing and Wind surfing.
Goa Carnival :
Spread colours of fun and gaiety! Goa Carnival gives the exact meaning to said line. It spreads colours and fun. Held in the month of Feburary every year, Goa Carnival is scheduled for 3 days. Street Plays, songs, dances, and unrehearsed farces are some of the facets of this carnival.
Goa Christmas:
Christmas is held in the month of December and in Goa, the fest tends to bring forth all the colours of the state. Christmas brings time for merry-making and exchanging gifts.
Goa Shopping:
The state has number of markets, out of which the most famous of all is the flea market - Anjuna Market, held on beach. Local handicrafts, brassware forms excellent souvenir which you could collect from Goa.
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