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Goa is a land bordered by the
majestic blue seas and when you reach this beautiful
tourist spot of Goa, you can't help but take a plunge
into the warm inviting sea.
Beaches In Goa, the beach, the surf, the people, the
surroundings, everything about Goa is incredible in
its own way. Beaches are barely 50 meters away, dotted
with palm trees, clean, inviting and absolutely serene.
Anjuna Beach, Arambol Beach, Baga beach, Dona Paula
Beach, Agonda Beach, Vagator Beach, Paloem Beach, Colva
Bach, Miramar beach Calangute Beach and some of the
most popular beaches in Goa, you can Watersurfing ,
it’s a fun beyond your expectations., experience
the trill on Goa beaches by hiring one. Dinghy Sailing
You can enjoy sailing while having a beer as it’s
a cool water sport.
Scuba Diving You can really enjoy under waters.can
go deep into the sea, as water visibility in Goa ranges
from 5-10 meters for most of the tourist season.
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Churches in Goa are build by Portuguese around 400
years ago, between 16th and 17th AD when they conquered
this tiny state in India in the 16th century and ruled
it for 450 years.
Christianity was forced upon with religious fervor
by the Portuguese during the period of the "Inquisition" with
wide scale destruction of temples and this continued
till the official end of the "Inquisition" in
Goa in 1812. Most of Goa's churches were built on the
very site of former temples. The confiscated lands
of the temples were handed over to the church and the
communidades. In fact, the first Hindu temple allowed
to be constructed by the Portuguese in 300 years
was in 1818 at Panaji.
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Goa boasts of a a variety of restaurants serving
both Indian and overseas cuisine. For an introduction
and detailed information to Goan Cuisine, common menu
items and what to expect in Goan restaurants
Restaurants in Goa are
in abundance. Known for its excellent seafood cuisine,
Goa has a plethora of multi-cuisine restaurants gracing
its beaches. The Goan curry fish, the Manglorean delicacies,
the Udipi style food all are available in Goan
restaurants . Chinese restaurants are found
serving international cuisine. There are German, Thai,
Continental, Mexican, Lebanese and Italian restaurants
in Goa too. Health food restaurants are also
found in large numbers for health conscious tourists
in Goa.
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Like India, Goans are predominantly
Hindus. Temples in Goa are an important part of its
socio-cultural life. However centuries under the Portuguese
rule played a major role in the destruction and displacement
of many temples especially in the areas of the Old
Conquests in the early years. One therefore finds the
majority of Hindu Temples relocated in Ponda
Taluka today.
Some such old temples of Goa, which are noted for their
natural beauty and simple architecture, have certain basic
features, as in the days of yore, of being surrounded by
betel nut trees, coconut groves and lakes of pure water.
When you enter any of these temples you are welcomed by
the sentinels-the great pillars of light.
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The imposing
forts in Goa are remnants
of the enormous castles that once guarded the territory
newly invaded by the Portuguese from
land and sea conquests. These forts are advantageously
located and well-barracked to protect the entrance to
the port or to the provinces nearby. At present, most
of these forts have become dilapidated, except for a
few that have been transformed into a prison or a hotel.
Yet, the laterite walls of these historic forts, though
covered with lichens, carry the legacy of Goa's architecture.
With a history that speaks of several rulers, it is little
wonder that one finds forts in Goa. Though limited in number,
these forts are full of adventure. Do pay them a visit;
they have stories to tell of an ancient land.
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Goa has rich
and varied wildlife destinations. The rugged Western
Ghats is a haven for many different species of birds
and animals. The Western Ghats also known as the
Sahyadris extend for a total of 600kms. Goa and the
neighboring Karnataka account for the widest belt of
forests along the Sahyadris.
The Coastal areas provide
the tropical backdrop. Goa Wildlife sanctuaries are
a haven for herds of deer and gaurs (Indian bison), Malayan
giant squirrels, clusters of monkeys, slithering cobras
and pythons. You may be lucky enough to spot a few black
panthers on look out for preys. Tigers and elephants
are also common sights. Nature lovers, bird watchers
and wildlife enthusiasts find vibrant avenues in the
Konkan belt to enjoy the varied wildlife. Wild
Life Santuaries in Goa gives you detailed information
related to the wildlife in Goa. Log
on to Goa Hub to enjoy the wildlife sanctuaries
of Goa.
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Night life in Goa is one of the most flamboyant and matured
than in any other part of the country. In order to
visit Goa, one must go to enjoy the nightlife at Goa.
Nightlife in Goa is enticing and people party out
to enliven the evenings. A family on a night-out
attending rave parties or cheering up over a peg
of feni or gin
is a daily routine in Goa.
The pubs in Goa provide an evening filled with fun and
excitement. There are various pubs in Goa spread all
over Goa, each designed with a different theme. Large
groups of tourist as well as locals gather at these pubs
to enjoy their favourite drinks and listen to the latest
music. Most of these pubs provide all this and more at
very affordable rates.
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