Goa – The Land of Sand and The Sea
Lustrous beaches shadowed with swaying palm leaves - is the first impression that comes to mind when we take the name of Goa. Studded with numerous beaches, life definitely gets a new definition here. The fun on silvery sand beaches and partying till late night seems to never end here while the extraordinary Goan food adds some more layers to the enjoyment. Portuguese heritage, churches, magnificent forts and exuberant festivals are the other traits that make Goa even more alluring and bewitching.
Goa Beaches
It’s the beach goer’s paradise. Suited for all occasions and moods, Goa houses some of the finest tropical beaches of the world. Also called as the freak capital of the world - Anjuna Beach is the favourite partying zone for the Hippies while the serendipitous Calangute and Baga beach make the perfect roost for honeymooners. The other major beaches that make the must see list in Goa are Candolim, Benaulim, Don Paula, Palolem and Vagator beaches.
Goa Churches
Churches – the other facet of Goa that make it equally popular in the world map. Apart form their extraordinary architecture; Goan churches stand for the rich Portuguese heritage too. Housing the remains of St. Francis Xavier, Basilica of Bom Jesus Church doesn’t only attract Goans but also beckons tourists from all over the world. Se Cathedral happens to be the largest church in Asia and surely needs a revered tour to explore the same. Church of St Francis of Assisi, Church of Lady of Rosary and Church of Reis Magos are some of the other churches that are highly appreciated by the tourists.
Goa Carnival
The yearlong wait for the Goans come to an end at February when Goa celebrates the annual Goa Carnival. These three days long festival is unique to this part of region only and over the time it has turned into becoming a major tourist attraction. Music, dance, food and merrymaking mark the festival while turning the entire ambience into a new one.
Goa Cuisine
Who can resist the charm of feni while relaxing over a campfire on a serene beach? This cashew liquor no wonder is on its roll to conquer the world but Goan cuisine is even more than that. It’s hot, it’s spicy and it’s pungent. Due its strategic location, very obviously it’s the seafood and coconut that dominate over the Goan culinary flavour. Rice along with numerous fish preparations cooked in rich spices make the ideal lunch or dinner of a typical Goan. Meat is also hugely consumed in Goa and some major meaty delicacies are Pork Vindaloo, Sorpotel, Chicken Xacuti and Beef rolls. Fish curry, Dry Prawn Kismur, Crab xec xec, Kalputi, Mushroom Tondak, Khatkhatem, etc are some other major dishes that are enjoyed here immensely.
Getting There
By Air: Goa airport is well connected by regular flights with Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow, Kochi, Kozhikode and Lakshadweep. Charter Flights from UK, Germany and Kuwait also fly specially from October to May.
By Rail: Goa is very well connected with rest of the country with Konkan Railways. Trains regularly run from Goa to Delhi, Mumbai, Thiruvanthapuram, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Ernakulam and Pune.
By Road: Excellent national highways and roads connect Goa with rest of the country. The distance between Goa and some of the major cities are Mumbai - 594 km, Belgaum - 157 km, Bangalore - 632 km, Hospet - 315 km, Mysore - 677 km and Pune - 471km.
Tour packages
Customized wonderful tour packages of 2/3/4/5 nights stay at any of the 2*/3*/4*/5* hotels/resorts are available with us.
Category Hotels/Resorts
Hotel Taj Exotica in Goa
Hotel Fort Aguada Beach Resort in Goa
Hotel Goa Marriott Resort
Hotel Cidade De Goa
Hotel Holiday Inn Resort
Hotel Kenilworth Beach Resort in Goa
Hotel Majorda Beach Resort in Goa
Category Hotels/resorts
Hotel Sun Village in Goa
Hotel The Taj Holiday Village in Goa
Hotel Aguada Hermitage Hotel in Goa
Hotel Dona Sylvia in Goa
Hotel Goan Heritage
Victor Exotica
Casa de Goa
Category Hotels/resorts
Hotel Goa Marriott Resort
Bollywood Sea Queen
Marquis Beach resort
Colonia Santa Maria
Aldeia Santa Rita
Heritage Village Club
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