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Goa is also known as Goa Dourada (Golden Goa). It is quite
possible to spend an entire holiday on Goa’s idyllic
beaches. The 131 km long coastline of Goa is studded with
some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Many of the
beaches have well developed beach resorts which enable you
to combine the comforts of a furnished cottage with the
enjoyment of the outdoors like walking, sunbathing and
swimming. Goa’s beaches have a magic all their own and the
experience is qui te unforgettable. Some of the famous
beaches in Goa are the Miramar beach, Calangute and Baga
beach, Candolim beach, Anjuna and Vagator beach, Colva
beach, Benaulim beach, Bogmalo beach and Betul beach. |
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Miramar Beach |
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The Miramar beach is situated in Panaji, the capital of Goa.
This beach is located on the road to the rocky promontory of
Donapaula. |
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Calangute and Baga
Beach |
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Calangute and Baga Beach are situated to the north of Panaji,
near the Malpuca town. These two beaches stretches for more
than 7 kms. of golden sands. Calangute beach is the most
popular beach in Goa. In the morning, the tourists can walk
along the beach as the rising sun rays fall upon the sea and
wouldn’t be able to know the difference between the sea and
the sands. In the morning, they will be greeted by the bracing
breeze and the sight of fishermen taking in the morning’s
catch. Later in the day, Calangute witnesses considerable
activity as the offshore stretch from Calangute to Baga beach
is dotted with eating places. In the evening, you can visit
any of the eating places and also discover the ambiance of old
style Portuguese culture merging with modern Goa. The Baga
beach is a secluded and pleasant beach with good recreational
facilities like river cruises, water skiing, yachting and
fishing. There are various resorts, hotels and cottages that
are located at these beaches. |
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Candolim Beach |
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Candolim Beach is situated to the south of Calangute Beach.
This peaceful beach is one of the lesser known beaches of Goa. |
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Anjuna Beach |
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The Anjuna Beach is mainly known for its free culture. Swaying
palms, sandy coves and an unspoilt tranquility marks the
Anjuna Beach. Anjuna beach was once the playing ground of the
flower children or fugitives from Western civilization and
still retains memories of those carefree days. |
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Chaopra or Vagator
Beach |
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Chaopra or Vagator Beach is situated about 3 kms. away from
Anjuna Beach. The beautiful stretches of sand are strikingly
beautiful and irresistible. A canopy of dense coconut
plantations sets the backdrop for the ramparts of Chapora Fort
that dominates the surroundings from the top of the rocky
hill. |
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Colva Beach |
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The Colva Beach is the most beautiful beach situated in the
Southern Goa. The Colva Beach is also known as the Queen of
the beaches of Goa. 40 kms. of uninterrupted white sand,
fringed with swaying palms and calm turquoise waters marks the
extents of Colva beach. Finding a stretch of beach is easy
here, as only some parts of this beach have been properly
developed. In the moonlight, the water here takes on a magical
luminescence, adding to the wonder of this loveliest Goa’s
beach. There are various small and five star hotels like the
Goa Renaissance Resort and the Leela Beach Resort here.
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Benaulim Beach |
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The Benaulim Beach is also situated in South Goa. The Benaulim
is a pretty fishing village, with quaint old Portuguese houses
and a secluded beach. The family house accommodation is also
available here, which gives a terrific insight into the local
tradition. |
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Arambol and Terekol
Beach |
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Arambol and Terekol Beach are the northern most beaches of Goa.
The Terekol beach has a wonderful fort which has now been
converted into a rest house and a small church. |
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Bogmalo Beach and
Majorda Beach |
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The Bogmalo Beach is one of the irresistible beach of Goa. It
is a secluded, crescent shaped cove. The Sarovar Park Plaza
Resort is also located at this beach. The Majorda Beach is
located to the south of the Bogmalo Beach. This beach has one
of the finest Majorda Beach Resort. |
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Sinquerim Beach |
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The Sinquerim Beach has a magnificent 17th century fort which
has now been converted into a prison. It is one of the best
beaches in Goa with international class facilities for water
skiing, parasailing, fishing, scuba diving and wind surfing.
The Fort Aguada Beach Resort, Taj Holiday Village and the
Aguada Hermitage are the various hotels which are situated on
the hillside, overlooking the sea. |
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Betul Beach |
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The Betul Beach is the secluded, magical beach and offers a
wonderful view of the sea. It is one of the southernmost beach
in Goa. The Betul beach is situated in the estuary of the Sal
river where it flows into the Arabian Sea. A jetty form the
water’s edge leads to a gaily-festooned cluster of fishing
boats, each brightly coloured. When the catch comes in, the
little harbour buzzes with the happy sound of fishermen
returning to unload their vessels. Sorpotel, pork vindaloo,
apa de camarao, fish reichiad (with masala sauce), prawn
balchao, ambot tik, stuffed crabs, kishmar, xacutti and
chicken cafreal are some of the gourmet delights in Betul. There are various lodges where the
tourists can have a comfortable stay. |
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