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General Information About Goa

From North to South Goa tourists can discover Goa’s culture which make the country so interesting and memorable.  Some of the sights not to be missed are :

Tiracol Fort, Arambol
Tiracol Fort is built on a tall promontory and has a splendid view over the sea. Built during the Portuguese rule to defend Goa from outside invaders.

Charao Bird Sanctuary
The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary found on the island of Charao, has mangrove forests and varieties of water birds.

Fort Aguadaaguada-fort-goa
An awe-inspiring edifice, the Aguada fort stands tall among the Portuguese-era forts scattered across Goa. Strategically located at the estuary of the river Mandovi, the Aguada fort is the largest among the lot.The Portuguese erected this massive bastion in 1609-12 to ward off attacks from the marauding armies of the Dutch and the Marathas.Located within the precincts of the Aguada fort is a four-storey lighthouse, erected in 1864 and arguably the oldest of its kind in Asia. The Aguada fort is in a good state of preservation and one can still witness remnants of the original structures. Nowadays the fort functions as a prison and it happens to be the largest prison in Goa.

Chapora Fort
The Portuguese built this fort to protect themselves from the Muslim and Maratha rulers.

Basilica of Bom Jesus, Old Goagoa_church3
The most famous church in Old Goa built in the 16th century, and is a world heritage site. Houses the relics of St. Francis Xavier the patron saint of Goa. Built by European monastic orders.

Se Cathedral, Old Goa
The Se Cathedral is alongside the Bom Jesus Church in Old Goa. It has many altars dedicated to the saints – full of historical architecture and grandeur. The majestic Tuscan style cathedral is dedicated to St Catherine da Se and has some finest examples of religious art.Mayem Lake
Located 35 kms away from Panaji, it is an ideal spot for those who like nature with its calm waters with geese and paddle boats, and cottages hidden in the wooded slopes.

Dudhsagar Waterfalls
Literally translated it means “Sea of Milk”, measuring a gigantic 600 mts from head to foot, this is one of the most famous waterfalls in Goa. Popular for hikers and trekkers.

Tamdi Surla Templegoa_temple2
Built from basalt stones, the Majadev temple at Tambdi Surla in Goa’s deep interior is the oldest existing temple in Goa built in the 11-13th Kadamba period.

Spice Plantation, Ponda
The spice plantations are managed by people who have comprehensive knowledge and excel in technical know-how of farming spices. Some major spices produced in these spice plantations are:   Black  pepper,Cardamom ,Nutmeg ,Vanilla ,Cinnamon ,Cloves ,Chillies,Coriander,
Cashew ,Betel nut palm, many tropical fruits are also grown here that include Custard apples, Papaya, Bananas, Pineapples, Citrus fruits etc.Big Foot, Loutolim
Visit an “ancestral village” of a typical Goan village frozen in time. Variety of spices, vegetables, fruit plots watered by an ancient sytem of irrigation. Enjoy the Big Foot, a designer dance floor in the shape of a giant foot print.

Flee Market

Anjuna Flea Maket
Every Wednesday is an open market stretching for miles into the beachfront of the Anjuna Beach. Full of colour, beachwear,handicrafts, music, people, cafes, stalls selling a variety of garments, jewellery, tablecloths, etc.

Pearl of the Orient
A blend of natural and cultural heritage cruises cum walking tour. Cruise along the Mandovi river and see the important sights along the banks of the river. Traditional folk dances with Portuguese and Goan culture. Disembark at Old Goa on a pilgrim trail and visit the heritage monuments which the Portuguese built.

Mapuca Market
Friday market day is not to be missed. Everything under the sun is sold in this colourful, crowded market from fruits, clothes, shoes, spices, food, electricals.

Crocodile Dundee
Cruise in a motorboat along the mangrove swamps and watch the crocodiles who live along the banks of the river. For those who like adventure!

Dophins Fantasy
Watch these dark graceful beauties in a playful mood, swimming in the seas off the Mandovi river.

Tour of Panjim Town rajasthan-art-craft
Panjim is the capital city, full of activity and busy roads, tiers of whitewashed red tiled roof buildings and shops. The Secretariat is located here. The Church of our Lady of Immaculate Conception dominates the city square. The Old Latin quarter of Fontainhas has immense old charm, with narrow lanes going uphill, quaint houses with wrought iron balconies.

Calangute & Baga Beach, Arambol Beach, North Goa

Varca Beach, Benaulim, Mobor Beaches, Palolem Beach, South Goa