LOCAL ATTRACTION IN GOA

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

Let us give you an idea about top local attractions to visit in Goa. There are number of places to visit in Goa, so we categorised theme as per the cities.

DONA PAULA BEACH

DONA PAULA BEACH

The Dona Paula Beach is also a famous attraction in Goa which is visited a wide array of travelers in Goa. The famous beach is the best place to enjoy your Goa sojourn with some thrilling water-sports activities like water-skiing, boat riding, swimming and so on. Moreover, you can also take home a great sun-bathing experience at the Dona Paula Beach. Honeymooner can enjoy a great time hand in hand together walking along the beach.

Aguada Fort

AGUADA FORT

Fort Aguada is a 17th century fort that still stands on the Goan landmass. The fort that is overlooking the Arabian Sea was originally built to guard the Marathas and was used as a reference point for the vessels from Europe.

Se Cathedral

SE CATHEDRAL

Se Cathedral is a famous church that was made in honor of Catherine of Alexandria. The church is adorned with Tuscan exterior, intricate Corinthian interiors and excellent Portuguese-Manueline architecture style. The Se Cathedral is a famous place to visit in Goa that every traveler in Goa must visit.

Francis Xavier

CHAPEL OF ST. FRANCIS XAVIER

The Chapel of St. Francis Xavier Church is one of the famous sacred attractions that beguile numerous travelers & tourists. Made in honor of St. Francis Xavier, it is one of the most pious places in Goa that one must visit

Colva Beach

COLVA BEACH

Colva Beach is one of the best places to wash off your city blues and get drenched in the most colorful hues. The Colva Beach is a famous beach located in Margao region of Goa that I visited by numerous travelers that are mesmerized by the beauty of this splendid beach.

Benaulim Beach

BENAULIM BEACH

Benaulim Beach is a famous beach of Goa known for the fishing activities. He beach is the best place to indulge into water-sport activities s well as enjoy sun-bathing. Known for its serene & peaceful environs, the Benaulim Beach is a far-famed attraction of Goa

Anjuna Beach

ANJUNA BEACH

Anjuna Beach is a serene palm fringed beach that is known for its parties. One can witness the beach culture of Goa at Anjuna and can get rid of their city blues. So if you wish to explore real Goa environment then visit Anjuna beach.

Baga Beach

BAGA BEACH

Baga Beach is an illustrious Goan Beach that is known for its escapades like para sailing, wake boarding, windsurfing, Jet Ski as well as island trips. Moreover one can also find numerous sun lounges and shacks that offer toothsome food and fine cocktails, mock tails and so on

Krishna Temple

SRI DEVAKI KRISHNA TEMPLE

Sri Devaki Krishna is situated in the Marcel Village, Ponda Taluka. Made in honor of Lord Krishna and his mother Devaki, the temple is one of its king and is thus is visited by numerous devotees and travelers in Goa. The temples worship the idols of Lord Krishna and Devaki as the prime deities. Some of the other deities worshipped here are Laxmi Ravalnath, Chodaneshwar, Bhumika Devi, Mallinath, Katyayani etc.

SRI KAMAKSHI TEMPLE

Sri Kamakshi Temple Goa Shri was erected in the 16th century and is situated at Shiroda. The temple was made in honor of Devi Kamakshi. Some of the other shrines in the complex of the piou temple are Shree Shantadurga, Shree Rayeshwar and Shree Laxmi Narayana.

Dudhsagar

DUDHSAGAR WATERFALL

Dudhsagar Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall that can be spotted at a distance of 60 Km from Panaji. They fall from the tall mountain peaks of Western Ghats and present mind blowing views. If you stand at a distance and watch the Dudhsagar waterfalls, they appear like milky rivers flowing downwards. These waterfalls possess astounding beauty because of which they attract a number of tourists.

Fontainhas

FONTAINHAS

Fontainhas also known as Bairro das Fontainhas (Portuguese) is an ancient Latin Quarter nestled in Panjim, the state capital. The region is home to numerous architectural structures, narrow streets, old villas and buildings that embrace the still embrace the Portuguese legacy. Travelers who wish to witness the colonial times must visit Fountainhas.

Carambolim Lake

CARAMBOLIM LAKE

Carambolim Lake is a famous man-made lake in Goa that is also one of the famed spot where one can see numerous varieties of birds and can enjoy a nice time watching an array of beautiful birds such as garganeys, jacanas, moorhens, shovelers, whistling teals, coots, etc. a paradise for bird-watchers, Candolim is a must visit for travelers in Goa.

wildlife Sanctuary

BONDLA WILDLIFE SANCTUARY

Bondla wildlife Sanctuary is a famous wildlife sanctuary that houses a wide variety of species of flora and fauna. Some of the most common species found here are wild boar, langurs, pythons, sambhar, jackals, serpents etc. In addition to this, one can enjoy elephant rides, excursions and jungle safaris.

Arvalem

ARVALEM CAVES AND WATERFALL

Arvalem Caves were built in the 6th century and are believed to comprise Buddhist or Brahmin origin. Also known as Pandava Caves, the interior of the caves are consists of carvings from the four lingas. The Arvalem waterfalls are 50 meters high gushing waterfalls that offer a splendid vista.

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ANJUNA FLEA MARKET

The Anjuna Flea Market that is famous for its second hand goods and items is located on the famous Anjuna Flea. It is the best place for shopaholics to bag some really awesome and affordable souvenirs on their way back home. The flea market is famous for numerous apparels, jewelry, handicraft items as well as handbags etc.

Mapusa Market

MAPUSA MARKET

Mapusa Market is a famous marketplace that is flocked with a multitude of fruit-vendors, vegetable sellers as well as dry fish stalls. Moreover, the Friday market is also known for its bags, bangles, handicrafts, clothes and other items that can be bagged at the most competitive market prices.

Braganza

MENEZES BRAGANZA / PEREIZA BRAGANZA HOUSE

Menezes Braganza / Pereiza Braganza House is an exemplar of the ancient architecture of Goa. Located at the Chandor Village, the laterite built house today stands as a museum that houses numerous crystals, porcelain, paintings, chandeliers, old furniture etc. Travelers who wish to witness the Portuguese legacy that the land still preserves in the very best way.

Goa State Museum

GOA STATE MUSEUM

Goa State Museum located at Panaji is the best way to explore the history and get a ride back to the ancient times of Goa. Some of the things one can see at the museum are bronze sculptures, copper plates, Mughal paintings, wooden statues etc. All the in house artifacts belong to the ancient times and are preserved in the most efficacious manner at the Goa state Museum.

Goa Chitra

GOA CHITRA

The Goa Chitra is a museum in Goa that houses numerous artifacts that boasts about the rich tradition and lifestyle of Goa. Based in the Benaulim Village, the museum is owned by Victor-Hugo Gomes a renowned artist-curator-restorer. Goa Chitra is the best place to explore the centuries old traditional implements, vessels and tools of Goa.

Naval Aviation Museum

NAVAL AVIATION MUSEUM

Located in Bogmalo, the Naval Aviation Museum is a military museum that demonstrates the development of the Indian Naval Air Arm over the decades. The museum is comprises two main parts, an outdoor exhibit and an indoor gallery (two-storeyed). Inaugurated in the year 1998, it is one of the two Military Aviation Museums in India.

Ancestral Goa

ANCESTRAL GOA (BIG FOOT)

Ancestral Goa popularly known as Big Foot is located in Loutolim in South Goa. The museum showcases a gallery and handicrafts centre comprising various artifacts, statues and structures that explains much about the tradition & culture of ancient Goa. One of the most famous sculptures here is that of Mirabai, a devotee of Lord Krishna. The statue that is 14 m long is the longest laterite sculpture of India. The museum also displays a miniature of the houses of Goa, village markets, spice gardens and so on.

Houses of Goa

CALIZZ

Calizz Museum provides a wonderful experience of traveling through Goa’s heritage. Located by the Candolim Beach on several acres of land, it is a living museum with a fantastic, vibrant and eclectic collection of artifacts, 50 to 100 years old.

Calizz

VAGATOR BEACH

Vagator Beach is considered to be one the most attractive beaches in Goa. It is much quieter and more peaceful even despite the acquitted image of a party place, because after the sunset all noise stops here.Vagator is the best place for vacations not only for newly-weds and people in love, but also for elderly couples and families with children.

dolphin-trip

DOLPHIN TOUR

Dolphin spotting trips are very famous in Goa. Some of the prominent beaches which have operators providing this activity are Candolim Beach Goa, Calangute Beach Goa.Experience a relaxing fun filled dolphin safari to spot wild dolphins in Arabian sea. Indo-Pacific Humpback dolphins and Finless Porpoises are the commonest species you will find here.