A holiday in Goa is a mouth-watering prospect. Located in the south-western part of India, the state of Goa, though small, is a major tourist destination in the world. If sea & sand is your first love, then there can be no better place than to rejuvenate in the fascinating Goa beaches.
Goa beaches come with a lot of snacks, traditional coconut juices for quenching that unquenchable thirst, sun bathing, sailing, parasailing, snorkeling and playing volleyball. But Goa's unique trait is its inimitable lifestyle, an infectious culture with a fusion of Indian & Portugal style, mesmerizing monuments & ancient mansions, a vivid display of antiques in its array of museums and, most importantly, the heart-tugging churches that have stood the test of time. Churches like the Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral are must-visits. Streets & markets are full of people with an ever-lasting smile. Goa also has the country's best nightlife and you will certainly not mind slipping into the great casinos, clubs and restaurants for your usual fill.
Where to stay: Goa boasts of a number of grand resorts & affordable budget hotels. Also, with a Goa tour package, inclusive of Goa sightseeing, you can plan a hassle-free holiday in Goa.
Major Goa attractions: Goa's chief attractions are:
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Se Cathedral
Church of our Lady of the Rosary
Dudhsagar falls (a resplendent waterfall, one of the tallest ones in India)
Mayem Lake
Arvalem Waterfalls
Kesarval Spring
Carabolin Lake
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Braganza House (a 16th century historical mansion)
Best time to visit: Best time to visit Goa is during October-April.
Local festivals: Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Winter Carnival
Goa beaches come with a lot of snacks, traditional coconut juices for quenching that unquenchable thirst, sun bathing, sailing, parasailing, snorkeling and playing volleyball. But Goa's unique trait is its inimitable lifestyle, an infectious culture with a fusion of Indian & Portugal style, mesmerizing monuments & ancient mansions, a vivid display of antiques in its array of museums and, most importantly, the heart-tugging churches that have stood the test of time. Churches like the Basilica of Bom Jesus & Se Cathedral are must-visits. Streets & markets are full of people with an ever-lasting smile. Goa also has the country's best nightlife and you will certainly not mind slipping into the great casinos, clubs and restaurants for your usual fill.
Where to stay: Goa boasts of a number of grand resorts & affordable budget hotels. Also, with a Goa tour package, inclusive of Goa sightseeing, you can plan a hassle-free holiday in Goa.
Major Goa attractions: Goa's chief attractions are:
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Se Cathedral
Church of our Lady of the Rosary
Dudhsagar falls (a resplendent waterfall, one of the tallest ones in India)
Mayem Lake
Arvalem Waterfalls
Kesarval Spring
Carabolin Lake
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Braganza House (a 16th century historical mansion)
Best time to visit: Best time to visit Goa is during October-April.
Local festivals: Feast of St. Francis Xavier, Winter Carnival