TOURIST PLACES IN GOA
Goa is a state in western India with coastlines stretching along the Arabian Sea. Goa is also known for its beaches. Every beach has its specialty, beauty, and serenity where tourists enjoy their best. Goa being such a popular tourists place, the state has very good management and hospitality service. Mid-November to Mid-February: These are the best months to visit the party capital since the weather is pleasantly cool and comfortable. It's the perfect time to relax on the beaches amidst other tourists who make the most of these three months in Goa.
After that what to do in goa for enjoying that place completely? So here are some ideas you can experience.
1. POPULAR BEACHES
Colva Beach is another one of the most famous beaches in Goa, especially among Indian tourists. It has swaying palms and a broad stretch of bronze sand, where you'll occasionally see herds of cows sunbathing next to tourists. You can rent Jet Skis, hop on a thrilling banana boat ride, and get a bird's-eye view of the beach on a parasailing adventure.
2. BEACHES OFF
The popular beaches in Goa tend to get crowded during high season, leaving some travelers eager for a quieter natural escape. Fortunately, Goa brims with undiscovered beach attractions that give you some distance from the throngs of tourists while still treating you to glorious sand.
One of the best hidden gems in Goa is Butterfly Beach. It has a curving expanse of sand flanked by boulders that create a postcard-worthy cove, brimming with butterflies and blossoms. It's also a great spot to watch dolphins swim in the distance.
3. DUDHSAGAR FALLS
Dudhsagar, which literally translates to "sea of milk", is Goa’s tallest waterfall with a height of 310 meters. The three-streamed, four-tiered natural marvel is tucked deep within the Western Ghat Mountains. Dudhsagar stands amidst dense forests that are rich with rare flora and fauna and makes for one of South India’s most popular treks for intermediate to advanced level trekkers. You can also choose to skip the trek and visit the area by car for a dose of Goan topography beyond palm tree-lined beaches.
4. FONTAINHAS
Fontainhas is the oldest of Goa’s well-preserved Portuguese quarters. A UNESCO certified heritage zone, it is dotted with narrow streets that run between colourful, Portuguese-style villas dating to the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The Chapel of Saint Sebastian, built in 1880, is a good point to pause, ponder and snap some Insta-friendly shots.
5. BASILICA OF BOM JESUS
Built in 1605, the Basilica of Bom Jesus is the most known among Goa’s churches. It’s mostly famous for holding the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier, revered as the ‘Apostle of the Indes’ among Roman Catholics worldwide. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a grand reminder of Goa’s rich religious traditions. The basilica is particularly popular for its architecture, featuring an ornate main altar, and several spectacularly carved statues, doors, and columns. There’s also a modern art gallery inside, featuring over 30 late twentieth-century paintings.
6. SAHAKARI SPICE FARM
An impressive range of spices, fruits, medicinal trees and herbs are grown at this lush green plantation spread over 130 acres. You’ll get to learn about their nutritional qualities and even pick and taste a few samples. Make sure to wrap your day at the in-house restaurant for a delicious meal that puts the best of spices to use.
7. ARPORA SATURDAY NIGHT MARKET
This bustling night market comes to life every Saturday evening at 6 pm. It’s partly a large, open-air party with live music concerts and bars adding a great atmosphere to the score of stalls trading in goods of all sorts – cheap souvenirs, designer clothing, handicrafts, freshly ground spices and more.
8. SE CATHEDRAL
Se Cathedral is considered to be the largest church in Asia. It’s also one of Goa’s oldest and has been in service since 1640, though construction on the structure began almost a century before that. It’s among Goa’s most serene and atmospheric cathedrals, with a plain white façade and seated atop stretches of well-maintained green lawns.
9. SINGBAL's BOOK HOUSE
The space itself may not seem that impressive at first look; it’s deceptively small, with hundreds of books and magazines crammed into congested shelves. But with some patient browsing, you can uncover some rare gems.
10. BIG FOOT CROSS MUSEUM
This quirky museum houses a collection of over 1,500 Christian crosses gathered from around the world. It is located by the sprawling compounds of Ancestral Goa. If you’re a history or art buff, then you’ll likely be fascinated by the sheer variety of crosses found here.
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