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Bathe in
the sun streaming through the casuarinas and the palms, and feel the sand
grains beneath your bare feet. About Goa, the more you
say is less.
Goa, known as ‘Rome of the east’
or ‘pearl of the orient’, has attracted tourists
from far and wide. Its multicultural ambience has a character
so typical of Goa, that it makes you return again and again. Goa’s
capital is Panaji and the language spoken –Konkani. The
largest city in Goa is Vasco –Da –Gama. |
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Things to do
The secret of the exotic experience of Goa lies in its varied beaches.
Goa offers a wide range of beaches, with the texture and contour of each
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Beaches
Anjuna beach- it was the haunt
of the flower generation of the sixties. The ‘hippie’
beach as you would rather call it.
Calangute
beach- the most popular beach swarmed by visitors.
Dona
paula beach- an idyllic picturesque spot.
Miramar
beach- also known as the ‘Gasper Dias beach.’
The texture of the sand is gravel like and is a serene spot for
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CHURCHES Goan churches have authentic & architecturally superior edifices,
helping you come closer to God such as the church of St. Francis Of Assissi, Se
Cathedral church, Basilica Of Bom Jesus. A truly spiritual experience. |
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Food
Goan
cuisine is a delightful amalgamation of two or three styles. Visitors
to Goa think that famous fish curry and rice are the most important part
of Goan cuisine. And surprisingly, it is the most important part of their
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Delectable
dishes like prawn balchao and sorposel have acquired world wide
fame. Some famous beach shacks and hotels offering Goan cuisine
are- brittos, bob’s inn, martin’s comer. Goa also
has a distinct Portuguese tinge in their architecture, especially
in the eastern areas of fontanhas. Another intriguing site is
the chapel of St. Sebastian, where the crucifix from old Goa is
kept.
Goa celebrates Christmas with unrestrained zest and fervor. Goa also
celebrates with great éclat ‘Carnival’: a spectacular
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History
Legends from the Hindu mythology credit lord Parshuram, an incarnation
of lord Vishnu with the creation of Goa. Goa has a long history dating
back to the 3rd century B.C. Down centuries, Goa has been ruled by myriad
dynasties, but 451 years of Portuguese rule have imbued Goa’s culture
with the vibrant Mediterranean flavor. Goa was liberated by the Indian
army from Portuguese colonization on Dec.19, 1961. In 1987, Goa was conferred
statehood. |
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How to
get there
Goa is linked by air to major cities - the Dabolim airport is the closest airport.
Goa is connected by rail, with
the railways stationed at Vasco – Da – Gama . You can even
enjoy a road trip to Goa, as it is located at a convenient distance
from Mumbai(597 kms.), Pun(473 kms.), Chennai (923 kms.). |
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