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Chapora Fort |
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 Chapora Fort stands majestically on the banks on the Chapora river. The structure, which is now mostly in ruins, commands a panoramic view of the adjoining Vagator and Anjuna beaches.The latest structure to be added to the fort was a red bastion made of laterite, which was built by the Portuguese during the 17th century in place of an already existing structure. The fort was originally built to drive away plunders and raiders who came to establish their hold on the region. During the Portuguese rule the fort was rebuilt in a grand style with beautiful architecture and antique ware embellishing its interiors and exteriors. The fort also had a series of underground tunnels built to help evacuate the residents in case of an emergency. |
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Aguada Fort |
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Aguada Fort, which crowns the rocky flattened top of the headland, is the best-preserved Portuguese bastion in Goa. Built in 1612 to protect the northern shores of the Mandovi estuary from Dutch and Maratha raiders, it is home to several natural springs. A spring within the fort provided water supply to the ships that called there arriving after the long sea voyage from Lisbon, giving it the name 'Aguada' (meaning 'water' in Portuguese). On the northern side, it provides a harbor for local shipping. The Aguada fort, at present, houses the central jail.On the north side of the fort, a rampart of red-brown laterite juts into the bay to form a jetty between two small sandy coves. This picturesque spot is known as Sinquerim Beach. Fort Aguada Resorts, among the most expensive hotels in India, lords over the beach from the lower slopes of the steep sided peninsula. |
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Cabo de Rama Fort |
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Cabo de Rama Fort has a long history and as the name suggests, it starts with Hindu warriors who constructed it initially and surrendered it to the might of the Portuguese in 1763. The fort which took its name from lord Ram from Ramayan was later renovated by the Portuguese by providing more bastions and citadel.However, the fort fell from grace and was lying in ruins till the State took notice and has prevented any further damage and deterioration of the fort. The fort affords a grand view of the entire length of Colva beach and the Canacona stretch. Some of the turrets of the fort still house the Portuguese cannons. |
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Anjuna beach |
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 Anjuna Beach is located about 18kms from Panaji and is situated in Bardez taluka. This is part of a 30 km stretch of beach coastline along the west coast of Goa by the ArabianSea.It is around 8 kms. west of Mapusa, North Goa. The most basic attraction is Anjuna beach is Flea Market, Chapora Fort. The best time to visit this place is from November To March.The exotic beaches of anjuna is the main source of enduring popularity to a variety of people. Bathing is generally safer than, at most of the nearby resorts, too, especially at the more peaceful southern end, where a rocky headland keeps the sea calm. |
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Benaulim Beach |
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 Benaulim Beach Goa is a very calm beach. The best thing about Goa Benaulim beach is that it is still rather unspoiled by home tourists even though it is a renowned beach for fishing. Benaulim beach gets fairly crowded in the evenings and on weekends.Benaulim Beach activities, one can just doze the day off soaking in the sun. Benaulim beach at Goa gives you the happiness and satisfaction of being in Goa. This is the beach to be when you just want to relax, and be yourself. The nearest airport to reach Benaulim beach in Goa is at Dabolim, which is 29 km away from Panaji and 70 km from Benaulim. The nearest railway station is at Karmali, 11 km away from Panaji. Panaji is 41 km away from Benaulim. There are frequent buses from Colva, which is 2km from Benaulim beach, running to and from Margao from where one can take a bus to Panaji, which is 33 km further ahead. |
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Majorda beach |
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Majorda beach is an ideal destination for those travelers who are looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of the populated cities and its maddening crowd. Here they can easily laze around in the bright sun sipping coconut water and doing nothing. The picturesque surroundings and the scenic beauty of this beach is a retreat for the eyes.While visiting Majorda beach tourists can indulge themselves in different activities like water sports and shopping. Swimming, surfing and water skiing is very famous among the visitors. They can also buy the beautiful handicrafts items from the local shops at a very affordable price. |
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Bogmalo Beach |
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 Bogmolo Beach, Goa Immediately south of the airport, the Mormugao peninsula's sun parched central plateau tumbles to a flat-bottomed valley lined with coconut trees and redbrick huts. The sandy beach at the end of the cove would be even more picturesque were it not for the monstrous multi-storey edifice perched above it. Until Oberoi erected a huge five star hotel here, Bogmalo was just another small fishing village, hemmed in by a pair of palm fringed headlands at the northern enBogmalo Beach Tours Goad of Colva bay.The ambiance here is just right for holiday and honeymoons as you can get as much privacy and fun, as you would ever want – and more. Bogmalo Beach, Goa might not a very long stretch of the typically dreamy coast, but it is more than enough to give you a superb holiday. The beauty of Bogmalo Beach, Goa is further enhanced by the mysterious little islands that peep at you from behind Bagmalo Beach Resort, Goa (a Hotel of the Oberoi chain) and the many silted shipwrecks around them. |
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Candolim Beach |
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Candolim is a beach that is very much in North Goa. The most basic attraction is Aguda Fort & Calangute Beach. The best time to visit this place is from December To February.Candolim Beach is quite peaceful than other beaches of Goa. This sandy stretch runs into Calangute Beach, a busy and commercialized center. The beach itself is long and straight, backed by scrub-covered dunes, which is very popular with package tourists. These beaches are quite peaceful and it is a dispersed village with no real center. Candolim is very quite, and this is due to the fact that there aren't resorts all around the beach. It's a subtle mixture of people taking break from the Rajneesh Ashram in Pune, Tourist for long and short-term period, and nature lovers. |
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Dona Paula Beach |
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 Dona Paula with a fine view of the Marmagao Harbour. 7-km from Panjim, nestled on the south side of the rocky, hammer-shaped headland that divides the Zuari and Mandovi estuaries, this former fishing village is nowadays a commercialized resort. This is an idyllic spot to relax and sunbathe. Water scootering facilities are also available over here.The official residence of the Governor of Goa, Known as Cabo Raj Bhavan is situated on the westernmost tip of Dona Paula. Along the road leading to this place lies the ruins of the small military cemetery the British built at their brief occupation of the Cabo, to deter the French from invading Goa. |
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Star Cruise |
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This luxury cruise liner operates between ex-Mumbai Packages covering Goa, Kochi and Lakshadweep. It has Two vessels- Super Star Libra and Super Star Virgo.Star Cruises is designed to cater & meet with all the needs of their passengers.It offers an impressive lot of facilities, including entertainment & recreational activities & interests.It offers one to a world-class exclusive floating resort in the high seas,for 4 nights, 2 nights and 1 night, on fixed dates.This journey lets one explore, the places, where everything feels like heavenly bliss |
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Pearl of the Orient |
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 Pearl of the Orient is a mixture of natural and cultural heritage cruise cum walking tour.This cruise takes one to the enchanting world, along the river of peace, warmth and tranquility.One can feel the beauty of the endless sights and sounds, the luring beauty of nature.These sights fascinate and captivate the tourists,completely. |
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Blackwater Thrills |
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 One can enjoy the endless sights and sounds of birds as it Cruises along the riverside tip of Dr. Salim Ali's Bird Sanctuary.One can experience the endless sights of thick mangroves, along the river Mandovi.The tourists get to tickle their sense of smell through the spice world, juicy fruits, exotic plants and medicinal herbs at the Savoi Verem Spice Plantation.One of the unforgettable experience is felt after having the typical Goan Hindu Cuisine, served in earthen pots and banana leaves, providing a taste that lingers for a long time. This cruise operates on every Tuesday and Friday from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.The rates for this journey is 550/- per person inclusive of snacks and cold drinks on the board of the launch and lunch at Savoi Verem plantation.These cruises have a minimum booking of 5 seats. |
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Dolphin Fantasy Cruise |
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 One can watch the dark graceful water beauties in a ever-playful playful mood enchanting the tourists with a rhythmic dance of love at Dolphin Fantasy Cruise Goa.While undergoining this journey at Dolphin Fantasy Cruise Goa Sights of Raj Bhavan, Aguada Fort and Reis Magos and their headlands jutting out can be seen. This journey reminds us of the bygone era of wars and dominance. It is a great way to relax on a hetic Monday morning at Dolphin Fantasy Cruise Goa. Dolphin Fantasy Cruise Goa takes one to the magical moments of happiness. It operates on every Monday,from 9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.While taking the journey one is offered with snacks, cold drinks and a simple yet tasty food items. |
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Goa Carnival |
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 Goa, the beach state in India has witnessed the ruling dynasty of Portuguese. During 16th and 17th centuries, a number of festivals was brought into limelight by the Portugal and was greatly celebrated till they lasted for long 500 years. Today, the carnival in the State is the only festival, which highlights the age-old culture and tradition. It starts before the 40 day fasting period that presides Easter, the sacred day, which marks the resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ. Parades according to the tune of hippi musics is by led by King Momo and all his subjects.The three-day Goa Carnival bombard fun and frolic, all together. Goans put on best effort to make the festival a remarkable one. They decorate Panjim in such a way that one cannot leave the place without praising the state's creative intellects. Just before the austere days of Lent, people engage themselves in merrymaking. Enthusiastic groups spends their day and night in practicing programmes, to be unfolded on the very occasion. |
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Water skiing |
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Goa is a paradise for water sports lovers. The long coastal area offers wonderful oppurtunites to indulge in all sorts of water-sport activites. The goan coast has always appealed beach lovers and sports lovers to try on some new watery excitement. Surf the seas or float across the skies, the options of sport enjoyment are never ending in Goa.And who can forget the under water world where there's so much to see. Even if Goa isn't having any magnificent coral reefs, still it boasts with a variety of fascinating marine life. One can never get tired of scuba diving into the wreckage of the colonial ships that belong to the Portuguese. The para sailing, water-skiing and wind surfing will take your breath away. If you are a learner, you can take some diving lessons or embark on fishing trips and Dolphin cruises. |
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Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary |
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 Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is the perfect place for you. 65 kms away from Panaji, on Panaji-Belgaum Road Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sancturay is a lush green belt of evergreen forests and deciduous trees. Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is located at Mollem village in Sanguem Taluka, close to the eastern Goa-Karnataka border on the slopes of Western Ghat ranges.Formerly known as Mollem Game Sanctuary, this sanctuary was subsequently renamed as Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary. With Mollem National Park (107 sq. km) in its centre, Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary covers an area of 240 sq. kms. Dense forests ranging from evergreen to moist deciduous make it ideal habitat for a variety of wildlife and avian species, which are visual delight for you. |
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