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OVERVIEW |
22222Goa is a holiday paradise on India's west coast. Come to Goa for an Indian Holiday and you won't be disappointed. Goa has something to offer every tourist. If its sun, sand and sea that you're looking for, Goa's got it all in abundance. Miles of golden sandy expanses stretch along the west coast of India, beside the Arabian Sea. The rolling waves wash the beaches of Goa, on which sunbathers, holiday travelers and the local residents of Goa relax and have the time of their lives.
2222Goa India, is famous the world over for the unique charm of its beaches. The famous beaches Calangute, Miramar, Dona Paula, Agonda, Aguada, Benaulim and Colva to name a few, were sought after by hippies and flower children in the 1970's. Today India Goa's beaches attract international tourists who seek a place to relax and unwind in the sunny weather of Goa India.
2222The dance parties on the beaches and the carnivals and festivals in Goa provide many occasions for party lovers to dance and have fun to their hearts content.
2222If its history and culture that interests you, Goa has many historic churches and colonial buildings. Panaji the capital of Goa has lots to offer a tourist with an interest in history and architecture. The colonial monuments built by the Portuguese in Goa India, make a fascinating tour. With fabulous beaches, cultural attractions and warm and friendly people, there can no better place than Goa for your Indian Holiday.
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HOW TO GET THERE |
AIR :
2222Dabolim is the main entry point for Goa situated at a distance of around 29 km from Panaji on the coast near Vasco da Gama.
Most domestic airlines operate in Goa apart from chartered private airlines operating from UK and Germany. Indian Airlines has direct flights from Delhi and Mumbai daily. Air India also flies to Goa.
TRAIN :
2222 It is not difficult to reach Goa by trains, especially after opening of the Konakan Railway that connects Margao and Vasco da Gama to major cities in India. You can take trains from Delhi 1,874 km), Mumbai (490km), and Bangalore (430 km) to reach Goa comfortably. From the railway stations, you can hire taxis and motorcycle taxis to reach the desired destinations.
Road:
2222Goa, Maharashtra, and Karnataka state transport corporations operate from the Kadamba bus stand at Panaji. Frank Shipping operates a boat service between Mumbai and Panaji.
Moving around in Goa is quite easy. One can find bus as well as car rental services.
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FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTIONS |
Panaji :
22222It is the capital of Goa and has many tourist attractions of Goa. It is situated on the banks of River Mandovi. Panaji has many renowned Churches and buildings built in Gothic style. The must see of the Panaji are the Chapel of St. Sebastian, The church devoted to our Lady of Immaculate Conception, the Goa State Museum, the Secretariat building, the statue of Abbe Faria.
Old Goa :
22222Old Goa is the home of many old and famous churches. Convent and Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Church of St. Cajetan, Church of St. Augustine Ruins, Church and Convent of St. Monica, Church of Our Lady of Rosary, Chapel of St. Anthony and Chapel of St. Catherine are among the those old churches. The holy Basilica of Bom Jesus is a famous pilgrimage for Roman Catholics.
Mahalaxami Temple :
22222It is the very famous place of worship for Hindus in Goa devoted to Goddess Laxami, goddess of wealth.
Mangeshi Temple :
22222It is the very famous temple of Goa.
Se Cathedral:
22222 Very good example of Portuguese-Gothic architecture. It is known to be the largest church in Goa.
Beaches of Goa :
22222The major tourist attractions of Goa are its beaches. The Calangute, Fort Aguada beach, Vagatore beach, Anjuana beach, Baga beach, Candolim beach, Vasco Da Gama beach, Bogmalo beach, Colva beach, Dona Paula beach, Miramar beach, Majorda beach, Varca beach are the most frequently visited by the tourists and the local both.
22222Another tourist attraction of Goa is its festive life. Evening cruises in Mandovi River with local songs, exotic Goan seafood, and the Goan festivals are the add-ons of the tourist attractions in Goa. |
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OTHER FACTS |
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Entertainment & Night Life
22222Over the last two years a lot more of English movies come to Goa, should you wish to catch any head to Inox in Panaji. Goa also has a very rich tiatar (theatre) circuit though most plays here are in Marathi or Konkani.There's Zanzibar the beach shack on Baga which is very close to Tito's that's started to look good. Titos and Mambo's are of course on everyone list to party at, but off late the crowds here are not that happening. In Anjuna, there's Paradiso, where one can swing into the early hours with some great rave music
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