Goa

Goa is a small state on the Arabian sea with a natural harbour, fertile land ,and iron and manganese.

Alfonso de Albuquerque, a Portuguese led a fierce battle and conquered Goa in 1510. Goa attained its freedom in 1961, after 450 years of Portuguese rule.

Best period to Visit:
Oct-Mar
June-Sept. To experience the monsoon magic of Goa.

Places to visit:

Panaji-
is a 16th century city and the capital of Goa.

Vela Goa-
the old capital Cathedral of St. Catherine da se, is the largest church in Goa and the finest expression of Baroque architecture in India.
Basilica de Bom Jesus, is a small chapel that houses the remains of St. Francis Xavier. The glass coffin is enclosed within a locally crafted silver casket. The tomb was a gift from the Grand duke of Tuscany.
Monastery of St. Francis of Assisi has a gilded interior and a museum displaying Hindu relics from temples of 10th to 12th century.
The Augustine tower is interesting and spell binding.

Ponda-
is the area for temples Shri Mangesh Temple and the Mahalsa Temple were both removed to their present locations between the 16th and 17th centuries to protect them from the marauding Portuguese.

Goa's main tourist attraction most convincingly are its beautiful breathtaking beaches.
Arambol, Vegator and Anjuna Beaches beaches lie in the North of Goa. Anjuna and Candolim are separated by a low hill. Canlangute beach is a stretch of five beaches over four miles. Aguada fort is a well preserved fort near Panaji.
Miramar Beach and Dona Paula, the bay formed by the delta of the two rivers make a vivid colour contrast.

Produce of Goa:
Sea-food. Cashewnuts. Grapes.Wine