Goa Tourist Destinations
Every trip needs an address on arrival and Goa boasts of plenty of such locations where you can plan your vacations. Set between the Arabian sea and the Western Ghats, Goa is blessed by innumerable gifts like picturesque landscape, sun kissed beaches, pleasant climate and above all warm hospitable people. Besides, a variety of water sport activities make Goa a complete sea resort. In past, the natural beauty of Goa attracted a number of contenders, vying to rule over its fortunes. In effect, they gifted to it, some of its priceless monuments and a rich cultural heritage. The Bhija, Silahara and Kadamba rulers gifted a number of magnificent temples, while the Adil Shahi rulers left behind fine mosques and forts. Similarly, with a strong desire to spread Christianity, the Portuguese built several beautiful churches and cathedrals in their 450 years of rule. But, the most important contribution of all the Goan rulers was the synthesis of cultures that still exudes in the fairs and festivals of Goa. You can catch the magic of all these while touring the famous destinations of the state.
Geographically divided into North and South, Goa has Panaji as its capital. In Panaji you can still find the Portuguese influence in its narrow cobbled streets, Latin villas, overhanging balconies and white washed churches. Nine km off Panaji is Old Goa, the old hub of Portugal's eastern empire. Here, in Old Goa, you can see the remains of this once magnificent city, in the form of half a dozen cathedrals and churches.
South Goa is home to beaches like Colva and Bogmalo and some other popular beach resorts. Its capital Margao, is an important commercial centre of South Goa. East of the Margao is Ponda, a town known for its complex of Hindu temples.
There are many more destinations in the state of Goa that you will love to explore and enjoy. So, do not delay, book your tickets now and pack your bags. The tourists destinations in Goa eagerly await to welcome you.
