Beaches at Goa Pic: Anurag Yadava http://www.flickr.com/photos/84786753@N00/Goa, an easy travel option for seekers of peace, entertainment and action
Goa is one of the dream holiday destinations in India. Goa with its peaceful and scenic nature attracts thousands of global tourists every year. Beautiful clean beaches with crystal clear water form the main landscape of Goa. Eating, singing and dancing is the way of life for Goans! The laidback and footloose attitude of the locals is infectious and one can get into a celebration mood, as soon as one sets foot on the Goan land.
Beaches in Goa
With coconut trees by the thousands lined up across the state, becoming its natural scenery, the beaches become all the more strikingly beautiful. Listed here are the 8 main beaches in both north and south Goa, with abundant activities and merriment on offer.
Morjim Beach
Anjuna Beach
Baga Beach
Candolim Beach
Colva Beach
Calangute Beach
Palolem Beach
Varca Beach
Each of these beaches has its own charm and its share of people vouching for their choice. From silent discotheques to water sports, from isolated peaceful stretches of sand to packed beaches on most days, in Goa, there is always something for everyone.
Cultural fiesta in Goa
Apart from the entertainment, Goa also boasts of a proud heritage dating back to thousands of years. This city consists of numerous churches, which have been recognized as heritage spots, by the UNESCO. The churches present here have been built with the Indo-European structural concepts. Many of these churches have been constructed during the Portuguese reign of almost 450 years in this state. Some of the globally well renowned churches in Goa are –
Church of St. Francis of Assisi
Basilica Of Bom Jesus
St. Augustine Church
Chapel Of St. Catherine
Se Cathedral Church
Natural beauty & wildlife in Goa
Goa is also known for its wild life sanctuaries. The two main sanctuaries are Bhagwan Mahvir Sanctuary (of which Mollem National Park is a part) and Cotigao Sanctuary. The Dudhsagar Falls, inside the Bhagwan Mahvir sanctuary, cascades from a great height. The Mud hut at the Shanti Nature Resort in Mollem National Park, is a must experience for all. Check out Goair for their best offers to reach Goa.
Another must do, is the Spice plantations trip around Ponda. The spice farms in Goa are open to visitors through the year and various guided tours are conducted through the farm that often ends with a spicy meal! Once you have decided to go to Goa, you can also choose theSpiceJetwhich willgive you the most comfortable ride.Party & Carnival in Goa
While Goa boasts of world class night life options, with its rock bands and music culture, it also has a delectable local cuisine on offer. The Goan Carnival is a world famous must attend for any visitor and don’t forget to shake your leg to the tunes of King Momo. In the evenings, just walk along the beach scanning the array of shacks, cafes and bars to choose your spot of the day to chill out, sometimes even through the night!!
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