Most of india's finest beaches are in kerala. For virtually its entire 900 km length, the kerala coast is lined with sandy beaches, rocky promontories and coconut palms. The palm-lined beaches of kerala are renowned for the gentle surf and azure blue waters. To this add a delectable seafood cuisine, a smiling sun and frendly people to make an unforgetable holiday. Each year greater numbers of visitors arrive here in search of the tranquil, palm fringed beaches.
Alappuzha Beach :Alappuzha beach is quite a popular tourist spot, known to provide relaxation in the district of Alappuzha (Alleppey). The pier, which extends into the sea here, is around 140 years old. Blessed with nature's green beauties such as lagoons, vast lakes and numerous fresh water rivers, Alappuzha is a natural wonderland of Kerala state.
The Alappuzha (Alleppey) beach is spectacular. At one end are the dense palm groves that are so characteristic of Kerala's landscape. It has a long sandy beach. For the entertainment of visitors there is a Vijaya Beach Park and an old lighthouse nearby.
Entertainment facilities at the Vijaya beach park add to the attractions of the beach. The Vijaya beach park consist of picnic spot with children's park & boating facilities.
Bekal Beach : Bekal fort stands on a promontory between two long classically beautiful palm fringed beaches. This is the largest, best preserved fort in kerala.
Beypore Beach : 10 km south of Kozhikode, located at the mouth of chliyar river, beypore, one of the prominent ports and fishing harbours of ancient kerala was an important trade and maritime centre. Ancient beypore was much sought after by merchants from western asia, for its ship building industry. The boat building yard here is famous for the construction of the uru, the traditional arabian trading vessel .
Cherai Beach :45 kms from ernakulam city, this lovely beach bordering vypeen island is ideal for swimming. Dolphins are occasionally seen here. A typical kerala village with paddy fields and coconut groves nearby is an added attraction.
Dharmadam Island :The small 5 adre island covered with coconut palms and dense bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island.=Ezhimala Beach : The beautiful beach here has a hillock nearby (286 m high). Carved stone pillars and an ancient burial chamber can be seen at the foot of the hills. The hills are noted for rare medicinal herbs. A naval academy is being developed here. Permission is required for entry.
Fort Kochi Beach : 12 kms from ernakulam city, a leisurely walk through the lanes of the city is the best way to discover historic fort kochi. An obscure fishing village that became the first european township in india, kochi has an eventful and colourful history. The town was shaped by the portuguese, the dutch and later the british. The result of these cultural interfaces are seen in the remains of the indo european architecture here.
Kappad Beach: 16 kms from Kozhikode (Calicut) (Calicut), this is the historic beach where Vasco-da-Gama landed on the 27th of May 1498, with 170 men in three vessels. A monument on the beach commemorates this historic event. The rock studded beach is locally known as Kappakadavu. An interesting feature of the landscape is the sprawling rock that protrudes into the sea. The temple on the rock is believed to be 800 years old.
Kappil Beach : Remote and secluded, this beach is fast becoming a major tourist attraction. The kodi cliff nearby offers a panoramic view of the arabian sea.
Kizhunna Ezhara Beach : 11 kms from kannur, this beautiful stretch of sand is one of the most secluded beaches in kerala.
Kovalam Beach : Located 16 km south of Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) city, Kovalam is a world-famous beach resort, which has been a favorite spot for tourists since 1930s. This beach has lovely coconut palms fringe the golden sands. Foreigners throng Ayurvedic parlors, yoga and meditation centers, that have sprung up all over the place.
Kovalam Beach consists of three successive small crescent beaches; the southern most known as Lighthouse Beach, is where most of the visitors spend their time. The middle beach is called Hawah. Each morning this beach acts as a base for the local fisherman. The northern most beach, Samudra, is least affected of all by the changing times. It is dotted with few rudimentary wooden fishing vessels.
The palm-fringed bays of Kovalam in secluded coconut groves, promise a relaxed stay. The unforgettable image of Kovalam is that of the coconut-palms-lined high rock promontory that cuddles the calm and wide expanse of the blue waters.
In the evening the quiet atmosphere of the place is enlivened by Kathakali performances, the classical dance-drama of Kerala.
Marari Beach (Mararikulam) :Right in the heart of the "spice coast" just an hour from Cochin and even less to Alleppey(also Known as Alpuzzha) is the most fabulous stretch of soft sandy beach fringed with palm, an idyllic retreat for those who want to "get away from it all". Marari originates from "mararikulam", one of the local fishing villages, where life still goes on much as it did a hundred years ago, with the men going out to sea each day to earn a living bringing in the daily catch. Completely new to the holiday maker. Marari offers endless miles of superb sand beaches backed by swaying palms, virgin territory where you can experience to local charm and traditional keralan hospitality at its best.
Padinharekara Beach :At the end of the tipu sultan road near poonnani, the beach offers a breathtaking view of the confluence of the bharathapuzha, the tirur puzha and the arabian sea.
Pallikere Beach :This shallow beach offers a spectacular view of the fort and has ample facilities for recreation and relaxation.
Payyambalam Beach : 2 kms from kannur this beach is a local picnic spot.
Shanghumukham Beach :08 kms from Thiruvanathapuram, this is a favourite haunt of sunset watchers. The beach is adjacent to the thiruvananthapuram airport and veli tourist village. An indoor recreation club, the matsya kanyaka and a restaurant shaped like a starfish are the major attractions here.
Somatheeram Beach : 15 acres of green garden terraced heights sloping down to the sandy beach stretching to the tranquil, turquoise sea changing colour and mood momentarily as the white clouds sail past over it. This is the perfect beach with a ayurvedic resort for all kind of ayurvedic treatments.
Thangasseri Beach : 5 km from kollam town, this seaside village of historic importance has the ruins of an old portuguese fort and churches built in the 18 th century. The thangasseri lighthouse is open to visitors from 1530-1730 hrs.
Thirumullavaram Beach : 6 km from kollam town, this secluded beach is a beautiful picnic centre and has frequent bus connections to the town.
Vallikunnu Beach :A beach resort set in the middle of a coconut grove is the main attraction here. The kadalundi bird sanctuary is just a short distance away.
Varkala Beach : South India is never really cool, but pleasantly warm in winter. So, tourists usually visit Varkala beach during the month of October, as it is cool and secluded. Varkala is 54 km from Thiruvananthapuram and 37 km from Kollam.
Varkala beach is famous for mineral springs and a fantastic massage, so don't forget to bring aromatherapy massage oil and sun protection. The mineral springs here are said to have curative properties. The massage technique has been a closely guarded secret for thousands of years, but for many tourists it's a welcome revival from the toils of the road.
Varkala is an important Hindu pilgrim center. The 2000 year old Janardana Swamy Temple and the Nature Center are the two main attractions of Varkala Beach. A dip in the holy waters of Varkala beach is believed to pure the body and the soul of all the sins hence the name 'Papanashini' (destroyer of sin) for this shore.
At the break of dawn following the new moon in the Malayalam month of 'Karkidakam', thousands offer 'Vavu Bali', a ritual believed to help the souls of ancestors rest in peace.
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Beaches of Goa
GOA
It is one of the smallest states on Indian map, Goa is a world famous beach destination located in the West coasts. It has an area of 3,702 sq km . It is considered as the natural paradise bathed by the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. Goan culture is a fine mixture of Indian and Iberian culture. What is really interesting is the European style central squares and Indian bazaars, Portuguese churches sharing their walls with Hindu temples. Christianity and Hinduism remain side by side in this state and international brotherhood simply flashes from the peoples lifestyle. The Portugese who ruled the state for over 450 years have left their fragrance in all aspects of Goan lifestyle may it be cuisine, language, festivals, music, religion and customs or even names for that matter.The arrival of Indian tourists traffic along with the huge number of western tourist is increasing to enjoy this beautiful destination.. Goa is best known for its beaches and world-class hotels but has much more to offer... old churches, monuments, temples and museums that are a must to see.
Climate :
Goa has a moderate temperature and remains almost same all round the year with very negligible variations in different seasons. Month of January and February are the coldest while May is the hottest. Tropical style weather prevails for rest of the year.Between June and SeptemberSouthwest Monsoon brings rain in Goa . Maximum rainfall is recoreded during month of July while February gets least amount of rain.
Location :
Goa is located on the western coast of Indian Peninsula and separated from Maharashtra in the North, Karnataka in the South, the Western Ghats in the east, and Arabian Sea in the west.It is located between the latitudes 15°48’00” North to 14°53’54” North and longitudes 74° 20'13" East to 73° 40'33" East..Best Season :Goa is a place for visiting any time of the year. But the time Goa reveals itself best would be the peak of monsoons from mid July to late September and peak winters from November end to mid February.
How to reach Goa :
Flights To Goa :
Accessibilty to Goa should never be a problem because of its good connectivity with rest of India and has an extremely accessible air route. Goa also has flight schedules with almost all the major airline operators. All flights – national and international, to and from Goa – operate from the Goa Airport at Dabolim near the port town of Vasco-da-Gama. The airport is about 30 kms away from the capital of the city, Panaji. Major airline operators such as Indian Airlines, Jet Airways and Sahara Airlines, Spice Jet, Air Deccan and Kingfisher Airlines have flights plying in and out of Goa. Besides these, a number of chartered flights land in Goa from UK and other European countries.
Trains to Goa :
The high-speed Konkan Railway is your answer, if you want to travel to Goa by Train. It starts from Mumbai, via Miraj and Pune, has a daily train and takes around 8-9 hours to reach. The rail route also has trains, which travel past Mumbai – in the north to several areas of India upto Delhi and in the south up to Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. Goa has two major railway stations — Margao and Vasco-da-Gama, both located in the southern area of the state. The South Central Railway terminus is at Vasco-da-Gama and the Konkan Railway terminus is at Margao.
A word of caution; this train is in great demand, so if you intend to use it, make your reservations well in advance.
Roadways to Goa :
If you wish to reach Goa by road, then this is how you go for it. Goa is easily accessible by road as it is connected to all major towns in India by the National Highways Goa NH4A, NH 17 and NH17A. There are bus services operating between Goa and most towns and cities in the neighboring areas such as Mumbai, Pune, Belgaum, Hubli, Bangalore, Mangalore etc. These modes of conveyance can be availed at fairly regular intervals throughout the day. The charges, however, are subject to distance and season.
Famous Churches of Goa :
The Se Cathedral :
A huge structure intricately carved from top to bottom is built in the Corinthian style of architecture. Pages of history embellishing the walls around the altar. Built in 1562 in Manueline, the Se Cathedral today stands larger than any church in Goa .
The Basilica of Bom Jesus :
The Basilica of Bom Jesus blooms like a t flower in the heart of Old Goa. Built in 1605, this church was elevated to the status of a minor basilica in 1946, and today ranks as the most important and frquently visited church in Old Goa. Renowned throughout the Catholic world, the Basilica of Bom Jesus houses the mortal remains of Goa's patron saint, St. Francis Xavier, who died while on a sea voyage to China on December 2, 1552. You will be amazed to see the magnificent architecture which was inspired by the now destroyed Church of St. Paul. The Basilica is dedicated to Infant Jesus and is now listed in the World Heritage Monument list.
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi :
Among the most outstanding churches in Old Goa is that of St. Francis of Assisi, constructed contiguously in 1531. The lime-plastered laterite blocked structure, contains, perhaps, the most elegant work of religious art of the seventeenth century. Interestingly, it is amongst the few early 16th century relics of purely Portuguese architecture which you find in the east. During the zenith of its glory and magnificence, it was applauded as the richest and most beautiful church in the world. Due to unknownreasons, the Church of St. Francis of Assisi had to be demolished in 1661 but was later rejuvenated through voluntary contributions. Today, it stands majestic with its carved gates and gorgeous coloumns as one of the most visited churches in Old Goa.
Temples in Goa : Being a blend of of Christianity and Hinduism, along with beautiful and majestic churches, Goa also has many old Hindu Temples.
Sri Mangeshi Temple :
Sri Manguesh temple is situated at Mangueshi in Ponda Taluka It is most prominent among temples, is situated along the National Highway-4A about 23-km from Panaji. Lord Shiva is worshipped here. This temple is famous for its pristine glory, which attracts thousands of visitors every year and is gifted by the Welcome Gate, an elegant lamp tower, a "Noubatkhana" overlooking the temple tank and the "Agrashalas" on three sides.
Sri Shantadurga Temple :
The famous temple of Sri Shantadurga houses an idol of Goddess Shantadurga, the goddess of peace who is said to have settled a quarrel between Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu amicably. Sri Shantadurga is worshipped all over Goa. At several places it is known by several names, "Thamai", "Sateri", "Bhumka", "Adimaya" and others.
There are many other temples like Sri Mahalaksmi Temple , Sri Kalika Temple of which Sri Manguesh and Sri Shantadurga Temple are the most famous ones.
Beaches of Goa :
The major attraction that pulls large number of Domestic as well as International tourists to spend a nice holiday at Goa and making Goa a nice vacation destination are the world famous beaches of Goa. Goa has 100-km long coastline that gives an great beach lover a golden opportunity to discover new secluded beach sites every day.
Anjuna Beach- Located 8 km west of Mapusa, famous for dancing and rave parties or just chillaxing, infamous for its full moon parties and flea market, Anjuna Beach is one of the best beaches on not to miss.
Baga Beach - An extension of Calangue beach, 10 km west of Mapusa, the Baga beach is the best location to sight the sun go down in isolation. An evening to Baga Beach is a must to make a beach holiday a complete one.
Dona Paula - Once a fishing village, today Dona Paula is a commercialised beach resort with fine view of the Marmagao Harbour nestled on the south side of the headland that divides the Zuari and Mandovi , an idyllic spot to relax and sunbathe and enjoy some water sports.
Calangute Beach - Goa's busiest and most commercialised resort. During the 70's and 80's this peaceful fishing village became the favourite haunt of the hippies.
Benaulim Beach - One can enjoy swimming at Benaulim beach as Sea is generally jellyfish-free. There are a few bars and restaurants at the beach side to taste culinary delights of the seafood.
Chapora Beach - This is a lot busier beach than most north coast villages as the livelihood here dependence mostly on fishing and boat building. There are many regular cafes and restaurants on the beach side.
Condolim Beach - Good options to stay offering better value, a good first stop to head North.Bogmolo Beach - Bogmalo Beach is a small-scale beach resort, reasonably safer site for swimming. It has quite good eating joints and shopping options.
Miramar Beach - This beach is just 3-km away from the capital city of Panjim.Pololem Beach - A favourite beach destination, crescent shaped bay, swaying curtain of coconut palms, irresistibly photogenic, beautiful beach huts what else one wants.
Vagator Beach - A cool ..serene beach with neighbouring rural area and no big shopping complexes. An ideal spot to experience the flavour of rural Goan lifestyle.
Water Sports in Goa :
Goa is famous for its variuos water sports at different beaches. Wi Dinghy Sailing,Wind surfing, Scuba diving, Water sailing and angling are few to name.The best season for enjoying water sports in Goa is from October to May when the skies here are cloudless and blue.Hotels in Goa :
Goa offers accommodation facility to suits everyones pocket capacity. To name a few ..
2 ** Category Hotel :
Longuinhos Beach Resort, Goa
Hotel Baia Do Sol, Goa
3 *** Category Hotels :
Whispering Palms Beach Resot, Goa.
Highland Beach Resort, Goa
Hotel Nova Goa, Goa
Nanu Resort, Goa
4 **** Category Hotels :
Hotel Aguada Hermitage
Dona Sylvia Resort, Goa
The Taj Holiday Village resort, Goa
Sun Village Resort, Goa
5 ***** Category Hotels :
Majorda Beach Resot, Goa
Leela Palace Hotel, Goa
Bogmalo Beach Resort, Goa
Kenilworth Beach Resort , Goa
Holiday Inn Resort , Goa
Renaissance Goa Resort , Goa
Cidade Goa Resort, Goa
Goa Marriot Resort
Fort Aguada Beach Resort, Goa
Taj Exotica , Goa
Entertainment in Goa :
Goa has a wide variety of options to choose from when it comes to entertainment...from Bars and Pubs to Casinos to Night clubs and Discos to cool Shacks on the beach.
Discos / Nightclubs in Goa :
Temptations
Tito's
The Alcove
Lido's
Ziggy's
Casinos in Goa :
Cidade Goa
Bars n Pubs:
Shores Bar
Guru Bar
Alex
Britto's
Internal Transportaion in Goa :
Getting around in Goa is quite easy. Due to tourism, all areas in Goa, especially the tourist spots, are well covered by an extensive network of transportation system and a variety of modes of transportation . You can choose from an extensive list to suit your style and budget. There are buses, auto-rickshaws, coaches and taxis. Even cars, cycles and motorcycle-taxi services are quite widespread. Several water-way services, like launches and flat-bottom ferries are also available. Tourist taxis or yellow-top taxis are also available from private operators throughout Goa and charged on Kilometer-basis or Point-to-Point fare fixed by the Directorate of Transport. Fare chart is available with the driver.Distances between important places in Goa are given below.
Panaji – Bondla: 55 kms.
Panaji – Calangute: 16 kms.
Panaji – Goa Airport: 29 kms.
Panaji – Mapusa: 13 kms.
Panaji – Margao: 33 kms.
Panaji – Old Goa: 10 kms.
Panaj – Vagato r: 22 kms.
Panaji – Varca: 44 kms.
Panaji – Vasco-da-Gama: 30 kms.
Margao – Colva Beach: 6 kms.
Margao – Goa Airport: 29 kms.
Margao – Mobor: 17 kms.
Margao – Varca: 9 kms.
Vasco-da-Gama – Goa Airport: 3 kms.
Vasco-da-Gama – Margao: 30 kms.
Goa Airport – Mobor: 48 kms.
Dabolim – Varca: 41 kms.
It is one of the smallest states on Indian map, Goa is a world famous beach destination located in the West coasts. It has an area of 3,702 sq km . It is considered as the natural paradise bathed by the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. Goan culture is a fine mixture of Indian and Iberian culture. What is really interesting is the European style central squares and Indian bazaars, Portuguese churches sharing their walls with Hindu temples. Christianity and Hinduism remain side by side in this state and international brotherhood simply flashes from the peoples lifestyle. The Portugese who ruled the state for over 450 years have left their fragrance in all aspects of Goan lifestyle may it be cuisine, language, festivals, music, religion and customs or even names for that matter.The arrival of Indian tourists traffic along with the huge number of western tourist is increasing to enjoy this beautiful destination.. Goa is best known for its beaches and world-class hotels but has much more to offer... old churches, monuments, temples and museums that are a must to see.
Climate :
Goa has a moderate temperature and remains almost same all round the year with very negligible variations in different seasons. Month of January and February are the coldest while May is the hottest. Tropical style weather prevails for rest of the year.Between June and SeptemberSouthwest Monsoon brings rain in Goa . Maximum rainfall is recoreded during month of July while February gets least amount of rain.
Location :
Goa is located on the western coast of Indian Peninsula and separated from Maharashtra in the North, Karnataka in the South, the Western Ghats in the east, and Arabian Sea in the west.It is located between the latitudes 15°48’00” North to 14°53’54” North and longitudes 74° 20'13" East to 73° 40'33" East..Best Season :Goa is a place for visiting any time of the year. But the time Goa reveals itself best would be the peak of monsoons from mid July to late September and peak winters from November end to mid February.
How to reach Goa :
Flights To Goa :
Accessibilty to Goa should never be a problem because of its good connectivity with rest of India and has an extremely accessible air route. Goa also has flight schedules with almost all the major airline operators. All flights – national and international, to and from Goa – operate from the Goa Airport at Dabolim near the port town of Vasco-da-Gama. The airport is about 30 kms away from the capital of the city, Panaji. Major airline operators such as Indian Airlines, Jet Airways and Sahara Airlines, Spice Jet, Air Deccan and Kingfisher Airlines have flights plying in and out of Goa. Besides these, a number of chartered flights land in Goa from UK and other European countries.
Trains to Goa :
The high-speed Konkan Railway is your answer, if you want to travel to Goa by Train. It starts from Mumbai, via Miraj and Pune, has a daily train and takes around 8-9 hours to reach. The rail route also has trains, which travel past Mumbai – in the north to several areas of India upto Delhi and in the south up to Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala. Goa has two major railway stations — Margao and Vasco-da-Gama, both located in the southern area of the state. The South Central Railway terminus is at Vasco-da-Gama and the Konkan Railway terminus is at Margao.
A word of caution; this train is in great demand, so if you intend to use it, make your reservations well in advance.
Roadways to Goa :
If you wish to reach Goa by road, then this is how you go for it. Goa is easily accessible by road as it is connected to all major towns in India by the National Highways Goa NH4A, NH 17 and NH17A. There are bus services operating between Goa and most towns and cities in the neighboring areas such as Mumbai, Pune, Belgaum, Hubli, Bangalore, Mangalore etc. These modes of conveyance can be availed at fairly regular intervals throughout the day. The charges, however, are subject to distance and season.
Famous Churches of Goa :
The Se Cathedral :
A huge structure intricately carved from top to bottom is built in the Corinthian style of architecture. Pages of history embellishing the walls around the altar. Built in 1562 in Manueline, the Se Cathedral today stands larger than any church in Goa .
The Basilica of Bom Jesus :
The Basilica of Bom Jesus blooms like a t flower in the heart of Old Goa. Built in 1605, this church was elevated to the status of a minor basilica in 1946, and today ranks as the most important and frquently visited church in Old Goa. Renowned throughout the Catholic world, the Basilica of Bom Jesus houses the mortal remains of Goa's patron saint, St. Francis Xavier, who died while on a sea voyage to China on December 2, 1552. You will be amazed to see the magnificent architecture which was inspired by the now destroyed Church of St. Paul. The Basilica is dedicated to Infant Jesus and is now listed in the World Heritage Monument list.
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi :
Among the most outstanding churches in Old Goa is that of St. Francis of Assisi, constructed contiguously in 1531. The lime-plastered laterite blocked structure, contains, perhaps, the most elegant work of religious art of the seventeenth century. Interestingly, it is amongst the few early 16th century relics of purely Portuguese architecture which you find in the east. During the zenith of its glory and magnificence, it was applauded as the richest and most beautiful church in the world. Due to unknownreasons, the Church of St. Francis of Assisi had to be demolished in 1661 but was later rejuvenated through voluntary contributions. Today, it stands majestic with its carved gates and gorgeous coloumns as one of the most visited churches in Old Goa.
Temples in Goa : Being a blend of of Christianity and Hinduism, along with beautiful and majestic churches, Goa also has many old Hindu Temples.
Sri Mangeshi Temple :
Sri Manguesh temple is situated at Mangueshi in Ponda Taluka It is most prominent among temples, is situated along the National Highway-4A about 23-km from Panaji. Lord Shiva is worshipped here. This temple is famous for its pristine glory, which attracts thousands of visitors every year and is gifted by the Welcome Gate, an elegant lamp tower, a "Noubatkhana" overlooking the temple tank and the "Agrashalas" on three sides.
Sri Shantadurga Temple :
The famous temple of Sri Shantadurga houses an idol of Goddess Shantadurga, the goddess of peace who is said to have settled a quarrel between Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu amicably. Sri Shantadurga is worshipped all over Goa. At several places it is known by several names, "Thamai", "Sateri", "Bhumka", "Adimaya" and others.
There are many other temples like Sri Mahalaksmi Temple , Sri Kalika Temple of which Sri Manguesh and Sri Shantadurga Temple are the most famous ones.
Beaches of Goa :
The major attraction that pulls large number of Domestic as well as International tourists to spend a nice holiday at Goa and making Goa a nice vacation destination are the world famous beaches of Goa. Goa has 100-km long coastline that gives an great beach lover a golden opportunity to discover new secluded beach sites every day.
Anjuna Beach- Located 8 km west of Mapusa, famous for dancing and rave parties or just chillaxing, infamous for its full moon parties and flea market, Anjuna Beach is one of the best beaches on not to miss.
Baga Beach - An extension of Calangue beach, 10 km west of Mapusa, the Baga beach is the best location to sight the sun go down in isolation. An evening to Baga Beach is a must to make a beach holiday a complete one.
Dona Paula - Once a fishing village, today Dona Paula is a commercialised beach resort with fine view of the Marmagao Harbour nestled on the south side of the headland that divides the Zuari and Mandovi , an idyllic spot to relax and sunbathe and enjoy some water sports.
Calangute Beach - Goa's busiest and most commercialised resort. During the 70's and 80's this peaceful fishing village became the favourite haunt of the hippies.
Benaulim Beach - One can enjoy swimming at Benaulim beach as Sea is generally jellyfish-free. There are a few bars and restaurants at the beach side to taste culinary delights of the seafood.
Chapora Beach - This is a lot busier beach than most north coast villages as the livelihood here dependence mostly on fishing and boat building. There are many regular cafes and restaurants on the beach side.
Condolim Beach - Good options to stay offering better value, a good first stop to head North.Bogmolo Beach - Bogmalo Beach is a small-scale beach resort, reasonably safer site for swimming. It has quite good eating joints and shopping options.
Miramar Beach - This beach is just 3-km away from the capital city of Panjim.Pololem Beach - A favourite beach destination, crescent shaped bay, swaying curtain of coconut palms, irresistibly photogenic, beautiful beach huts what else one wants.
Vagator Beach - A cool ..serene beach with neighbouring rural area and no big shopping complexes. An ideal spot to experience the flavour of rural Goan lifestyle.
Water Sports in Goa :
Goa is famous for its variuos water sports at different beaches. Wi Dinghy Sailing,Wind surfing, Scuba diving, Water sailing and angling are few to name.The best season for enjoying water sports in Goa is from October to May when the skies here are cloudless and blue.Hotels in Goa :
Goa offers accommodation facility to suits everyones pocket capacity. To name a few ..
2 ** Category Hotel :
Longuinhos Beach Resort, Goa
Hotel Baia Do Sol, Goa
3 *** Category Hotels :
Whispering Palms Beach Resot, Goa.
Highland Beach Resort, Goa
Hotel Nova Goa, Goa
Nanu Resort, Goa
4 **** Category Hotels :
Hotel Aguada Hermitage
Dona Sylvia Resort, Goa
The Taj Holiday Village resort, Goa
Sun Village Resort, Goa
5 ***** Category Hotels :
Majorda Beach Resot, Goa
Leela Palace Hotel, Goa
Bogmalo Beach Resort, Goa
Kenilworth Beach Resort , Goa
Holiday Inn Resort , Goa
Renaissance Goa Resort , Goa
Cidade Goa Resort, Goa
Goa Marriot Resort
Fort Aguada Beach Resort, Goa
Taj Exotica , Goa
Entertainment in Goa :
Goa has a wide variety of options to choose from when it comes to entertainment...from Bars and Pubs to Casinos to Night clubs and Discos to cool Shacks on the beach.
Discos / Nightclubs in Goa :
Temptations
Tito's
The Alcove
Lido's
Ziggy's
Casinos in Goa :
Cidade Goa
Bars n Pubs:
Shores Bar
Guru Bar
Alex
Britto's
Internal Transportaion in Goa :
Getting around in Goa is quite easy. Due to tourism, all areas in Goa, especially the tourist spots, are well covered by an extensive network of transportation system and a variety of modes of transportation . You can choose from an extensive list to suit your style and budget. There are buses, auto-rickshaws, coaches and taxis. Even cars, cycles and motorcycle-taxi services are quite widespread. Several water-way services, like launches and flat-bottom ferries are also available. Tourist taxis or yellow-top taxis are also available from private operators throughout Goa and charged on Kilometer-basis or Point-to-Point fare fixed by the Directorate of Transport. Fare chart is available with the driver.Distances between important places in Goa are given below.
Panaji – Bondla: 55 kms.
Panaji – Calangute: 16 kms.
Panaji – Goa Airport: 29 kms.
Panaji – Mapusa: 13 kms.
Panaji – Margao: 33 kms.
Panaji – Old Goa: 10 kms.
Panaj – Vagato r: 22 kms.
Panaji – Varca: 44 kms.
Panaji – Vasco-da-Gama: 30 kms.
Margao – Colva Beach: 6 kms.
Margao – Goa Airport: 29 kms.
Margao – Mobor: 17 kms.
Margao – Varca: 9 kms.
Vasco-da-Gama – Goa Airport: 3 kms.
Vasco-da-Gama – Margao: 30 kms.
Goa Airport – Mobor: 48 kms.
Dabolim – Varca: 41 kms.
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