Goa – An Introduction

It is the smallest state of India and it is famed for its catholic past and colonial Portuguese. People love to visit Goa for its sandy beaches and coastal attractions. Standing proudly near the Arabian Sea, Goa is a compact state. It is more like a large town as it is easy to travel in the state by car, bus and taxi or auto rickshaw.

The most notable locations within Goa are Panaji which is the capital city of Goa. Another city is Vasco Da Gama. The spectacular natural beauty and the perfect blend of old and new cultures along with ancient churches, cuisines will surely mesmerize you.

Places of Attractions:

Beaches: The great combination of sea, sand, sun and surf are enough to send a person to spend his/her holidays in Goa. The holidays get much better if you make a visit to Goa beaches. The Goa beaches are perfect for spending relaxing vacations in India.

Churches: The churches in Goa are living testimonials of the past of the Goa. The churches were built by the Portuguese who ruled the state in early days. Goa is a synonym in terms of churches. The Portuguese aimed at building the churches and convert the religion of the people into Christianity.

Goa Carnival: The most beautiful, colorful and popular festival of Goa is the "Goa carnival". It is very famous all over the country. The three days show of fun, amusement and joyfulness takes place in the month of February. It is the most awaited event of the year.

Dudhsagar Waterfalls: This waterfall is located in Sanguem district near the Goa-Karnataka border. You can easily reach the place through taxi or car from Panaji or Margao. It is about 50Kms from Margao.

Spice Plantations: Apart from the beautiful beaches and pulsating nightlife, another major attraction of the place is Spice Plantations.

When and How to visit:

You can visit the place any time of the year but you can avoid the monsoons. The best time to visit Goa is October to March.

You can reach the place via Air, Rail and Road transport. There is an improved network of airways which can ease your visit to the place. The "fli-ghts" can help you find the best flight to visit the place. You can also get to Goa through Road and Rail. Even water transport also works if you are coming from Mumbai.