Goa Tourism, goa Honeymoon Destination, Goa Travel Guide

The map of India speaks that Goa is the smallest state in respect of area and fourth smallest in terms of population. Goa, is located in the West part of India, this region is popularly known as the Konkan Region. This smallest state of India is bounded by Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the south and east, while the Arabian Sea forms the western coast of Goa. Situated on the Malabar Coast, Goa is mainly popular for its sandy beaches, as one goes towards the Western Ghats , Goa becomes hilly. Mandavi and Zuari are two largest river of Goa, between the mouth of these two river lies the island of Goa called Ilhas. Panaji is the state capital of Goa, and Vasco da Gama is considered as the largest city of Goa.

Beach of Goa

Tourist Attraction

The most interesting fact of Goa is it is a perfect place where one will find excellent blend of traditional s well as modern aspects of life. If you touched yourself once at Goa, you will be mesmerized to see the plush beaches on one hand and  natural landscape on the other . It is very sure that natural waterfalls, forest, beaches, will together make your holiday a memorable one. Goa is ideal for the honeymoon destination, in few words it can Goa is described as a mixed blend of picturesque beauty and a touch of romance will make a perfect honeymoon destination. So here we are giving you the idea of some of the top places Goa:

Panaji

Panaji is one of the beautiful coastal town of Goa, which is adorned with churches and cathedrals and a sting of beaches which draw tourist from all the corners of the world. The biggest attraction of Goa, is the Carnival celebration in the month of February, people visit here, in this month to enjoy and to witness the colorful  parade on the street of Goa.

Goa Carnival

Dona Paula Beach

Dona Paul Beach is considered as one of the top visited spot in Goa, this beach is considered as a perfect destiny for the true lovers. This splendid beach is a place to enjoy the water sports, apart from that one can enjoy sunbathing and various other items from the local vendors. National Oceanography Institute is also be spot here. In fact this place is a haven for true lovers.

Dona Paula Beach

Chapel of St. Francis Xavier
Churches are one of the must see in Goa, the Chapel of St. Francis Xavier draws a largest tourist all through, the year, and is one of the must see in Goa.

Chapel of St.Francis Xavier

Anjuna Beach

Anjuna, almost 8 km away from west Mapusa, in  Goa, this place is attractive due to picturesque fluorescent painted palm trees all around and for not so famous dull moon parties. Anjuna Beach is also famous for its rocking rave parties during Christmas and New Year.

Anjuna Beach

Baga Beach

One of the top beach of Goa, is Baga Beach. Baga, is almost 10 km west of Mapusa, is actually the extension of Calanguate beach, considered as one of the top visited place in Goa, sometimes the local people finds it difficult to decide from where it begins and where it ends.

Baga Beach

Fort Aguada

In Goan history, this monument occupies a special place. This fort holds a special place for the military, as this fort is an excellent example of military architecture.

Fort Aguada

Fact File

Language:  Konkani and Marathi

Climate: Tropical Monsoon Climate

Food: Apart from Goan cuisine, rice and fish are the staple food.

Beverage: Cashew feni

Transport

Air

Goa international Airport  is at INS Hansa, is a civil enclave, and there is naval airfield is near Dabolim at Vasco da Gama.

Road

Goa's public transport usually consist of private buses, connecting well to the other part of  the state. Four national highways passes through this state.

Rail

Goa has two railway lines one is Konkan Railway and other is South Western Railway.

It is a mater of the fact that Goa is considered as one of the best honeymoon destination in India, this place is truly called the haven for the lovers. The natural beauty of Goa, and the string of beaches, makes an ideal place for the honeymoon.