Goa: Explore The Paradise Of South Asia-2023!

Goa is a state of beaches on the Western coastline of the Indian subcontinent. The beauty and vibrance of the Arabian Sea add to the geographical prominence of the state. Goa is also historically significant being a Portuguese colony till 1961, that is even after the Indian independence.

The churches found in the territory of Goa testify to this Portuguese invasion. The feel and vibes you will get from the state will be entirely different from the rest of the Indian states on account of this European hint in its culture, lifestyle, and traditions.

Goa is also known as the “Hippies’ Paradise” in India. It is also the party capital of the country with a lot of many pubs, shacks, and many more, most of them located near the beachside. To get to know more about this colorful state we have listed below a few best places to visit in Goa. 

Calangute Beach

This is one of the most crowded beaches in the state territory of Goa. Most happening parties and festivals happen on the shores of Calangute beach. Water sports and delicious Goan cuisines are also available near the beach. You can also enjoy your favorite alcoholic beverages and a lot many non-alcoholic drinks from the shacks nearby.

The beach is situated in the North Goa side and so that party animals are more spotted in the location than those who flock to Goa for its serenity and natural vibrance. We also marked this as one of the amazing places to visit in Goa. The sunset of the place is also much loved by tourists visiting the beach. You can reach the location of the beach by traveling 15km from Panjim town. 

Roam At Tito’s Street

Tito’s is famous for its nightlife and party moods. Tito’s Club located in the street is regarded as a classic party location for anyone who is hitting Goa for its hustle and bustle. This club is the oldest when compared to the other nightclubs in the state of Goa.

Apart from Tito’s, there are a lot many party destinations in the lane calling for party animals flocking to the location. Entry fees for people at various nightclubs in the street may vary according to the number of people accompanying you.

There are different rates for stags, ladies, couples, and so on. Tito’s lane can be expensive if you would like to experience the most out of it. Hence make sure you are ready with a sufficient budget before taking a roam through the street. 

Chapora Fort

Goa is known for its forts constructed mostly by Europeans or Portuguese invaders and Chapora fort is one among them. But the Chapora fort is built by Adil Shah or Shahpura. Eventually, when the Portuguese took control of the region, they altered the name of the fort to Chapora.

When taking into consideration all the other beaches located in Goa, the Chapora Fort is the most popular and crowded. Bardez is the exact location where you can find this landmark fort in the state. To reach the top of the fort, you must climb the stairs which might take you an average duration of about 10 minutes. 

Anjuna Beach

Just like Calangute Beach mentioned above, this is also one of the liveliest beaches in the territory of Goa. If you are someone who would like to experience the beauty and calmness of the Arabian Sea this is one of the best places to visit in Goa, we would recommend you visit the place during the morning hours of the day.

Sunrise and sunsets would be the best if you can enjoy the same in a less crowded area of the beach. Water sports are also active on the beach during the daytime. The nightlife of the beachside is also much appreciated. If you are planning a trip that includes beaches this Anjuna is also the best option and also a wonderful places to visit in Goa

Shacks play music sometimes with artists and instruments setting the best Lofi vibes for people enjoying their time on the beach. Loud and cheering parties are also the signature element of party clubs near the beach. 

Butterfly Beach 

Unlike the beaches of Anjuna and Calangute, this is a beach where you can visit to enjoy the tranquil vibes of Goan beaches. The bluish-green-colored water of the beach is quite picturesque and perfect to take pictures of your Goan vacation.

You need to trek almost a distance of 2KM from the motorable road to reach the location of this exotic beach. Butterfly Beach is situated on the South Goa side and this makes the surroundings and the beach quite clean and calm.

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You can also enjoy spectacular views from the location of the beach. If you are lucky enough, some dolphins may show up from the water. There are a lot many butterfly varieties seen in the location of the beach attributing the same to its name. 

Divar Island

This island is situated in the Mandovi river in the Goan territory. There are a total of 6 main islands in the Mandovi river and the Divar island is one among them. The island has a total length of 5.8km.

The island belongs to the Old Goa region making some retro vibes hit you on the trip to the island. Some of the significant Hindu temples are also seen in the location of this island. According to some historical records, this region was a popular Hindu pilgrim destination during the earlier days when Goa was not a colony of any European powers.

The pilgrimage significance of the site decreased when the Goan Hindus shifted from the place or underwent Christianisation during the days of colonization. 

Galgibaga Beach

Galgibagh is the other pronunciation variant of Galgibaga Beach. This serene beach is located in the South Goa region. When it comes to the popularity aspect, this can be one of the most underrated beaches in the state of Goa. You need to travel a bit to the south if you are in the Canacona region of South Goa.

From Palolem beach, you can reach the location within a distance of 7km. If you are someone who is fond of beach animals, indulging in the cute motions of Olive Ridley Turtles is one of the most interesting things to do on the premises of this beach. The beach can assume the top position among all the other beaches in India when it comes to the cleanliness factor. 

Baga Beach

This is a beach in Goa marking the face of state tourism. Most of the time, this beach would be crowded and the most happening. Even during the off-season months, this beach is seen occupied by tourists from different parts of the world.

People love the place for its active nightlife and the commercial tourism happening here. Most of the restaurants, shacks, and pubs in the area would be highly expensive but perfect to spend the signature vibes of the state.

Most of the famous nightclubs in Goa are situated nearby the premises of Baga beach. The beach is located in the North Goa region with a lot many accommodation facilities available around. 

Dudhsagar Waterfalls

Apart from beaches, nightlife, clubs, and shopping, the other prominent feature you can enjoy in this tropical vacation would be the enchanting waterfalls seen in the location. The translated meaning of this waterfall is “sea of milk”.

This pure white cascade is located in the river of Mandovi. The elevation of this waterfall is calculated to be 320 meters. There are a total of four tiers found in these waterfalls. You can reach the location of the waterfalls within a distance of 60km from Panaji town.

If you are traveling to Goa by train from the South Indian region, you can also get a breathtaking view of the falls from the train itself. Monsoon months of the year would be the best to experience the magnificence of this waterfall. 

Bambolim Beach

One of the longest beaches you can visit in the territory of Goa. This beach is not that popular when it comes to the tourist crowd experienced in the region. Unlike other beaches in Goa, it won’t be that easy to get delicious food and drinks in the surroundings of this beach. It is just a beautiful spot to enjoy and indulge in the views and ambiance of the serene seashore.

You can spend a good 1-2 hours on the beach side. But if you would like to spend more time picnicking with your loved ones in the calming vibes of this place, it is better to bring some food and drinks to the location. 

Naval Aviation Museum

This is one of the must-visit academically enlightening locations in the state of Goa. The exact location of the place is Mormugao. It was in the year 1988, that the museum got established in the state. If you would like to understand the features and specialties of the Indian Naval Force, a visit to the museum would be ideal for you.

This is one of the best locations if you are taking your kids along with you on the vacation. The outdoor and indoor of the museum are the best to indulge in the visual beauty of the place. From my point of view, this is considered as best places to visit in Goa.

You can explore a lot many reputed aircraft that got decommissioned over the course of time. Weapons, uniforms of naval officers, photographs of several major events, and even some vintage documents, etc. can be seen in the location. 

Corjuem Fort

This is also one of the major forts in the territory of Goa. The fort was built in the year 1705 by the Portuguese military force that invaded the territory. The fort is also a good viewpoint to witness the beauty and elegance of the city premises.

Khorjuem fort is the pronunciation variant of the fort. The fort is perfectly maintained by the authorities and so the cleanliness is much appreciated. You can reach the location of the fort within a distance of 12km from the city of Panjim.

The fort is situated in South Goa and so the tranquil vibes of the fort are much loved by like-minded tourists visiting the city. The calm and romantic ambiance of the fort is best if you are traveling to the fort as a couple. 

Grand Island

This is one of the most enchanting experiences you will ever have in the location. You can spend half a day in the location with all the good vibes and charm. No matter which category of tourists you belong to, you can experience the best out of this place.

Scuba diving is one of the most loved activities in the region. Apart from scuba diving, you can also enjoy the best boat rides on the island by enjoying the picturesque sceneries and the beauty of the Arabian sea.

For those wildlife enthusiasts visiting Goa, this would be the ideal location since a lot many exotic beach organisms are spotted in the location. 

Fort Aguada

This is one of the landmark forts situated in the Candolim beach region of Goa. It was during the 17^th century that the fort was constructed in the territory of Goa. The Portuguese missionaries and military forces are behind the construction of the fort.

The fort is well maintained and it is under the supervision of the national agency, Archaeological Survey of India. The lighthouse of the fort is a major attraction and you should not miss out on visiting the fort on your trip to Goa.

Juliao Simao is the Portuguese architect who built the fort with a flash of brilliance in design and purpose. The best time to visit the fort is during the early morning and evening hours of the day. 

Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary

For bird watchers and nature enthusiasts visiting Goa, the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is a must-visit location in every sense. The varieties of bird species seen in the location would amaze you in every sense.

The mangrove forests found plenty in the location of the sanctuary are the best for different species of birds. Chorao is the exact location of this bird sanctuary in Goa. The mangrove forests of the sanctuary are situated in the popular Mandovi river in Goa.

The name of the sanctuary is derived from the name of Salim Ali. He was a popular ornithologist and the naming is given so as to pay honor to his contributions to academia. 

Fort Tiracol

If you are searching for a viewpoint in the territory of Goa with a surreal experience, fort Tiracol would be an ideal destination for you. The fort is surrounded by an ocean on all four sides. This makes the visit much more picturesque and soul-filling in your trip to Goa. Khem Sawant I is behind the construction of the fort.

The fort can be spotted on the northern side of the river of Terekhol. This fort is located on the south side of Goa. The fort cannot be considered completely Goan since the state of Maharashtra also claims some portions of the fort.

The construction of the fort happened in the 17^th century but the complete authority of the fort was taken over by the Portuguese government during their military invasion. 

Sunburn Goa

This is one of the most loved parties in Goa. People from different parts of the globe flock to the location to take part in the party and enjoy their hearts out. The location of this party destination in Goa comes on the side of Vagator Beach in North Goa.

It was during the year 2007, that the party began in the territory of Goa. Today, Sunburn is an inevitable experience for party animals visiting Goa. You should keep an eye to book tickets if you are particular about hitting the location during your visit.

Usually, the Sunburn festival happens for a duration of 3 days. You can buy tickets online for the party. The electrifying party music of the festival would be an unforgettable experience if you are into such kind of vibes. 

Best Time To Visit Goa

November-March

How To Reach Goa?

Nearest airport: Dabolim Main Airport

Nearest railway station: Madgaon Railway Station (MAO)

Conclusion

A location perfect to party your hearts out and enjoy the chill vibes of youth and power.

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