The beautiful sunset and the bright mornings can be experienced in Goa. The party city gets lit up with its various colours of tourism. The coastline of Goa extends to 160 km. The state is surrounded by the Western Ghats, which create a moderate climate. Panjim is the capital of Goa. North Goa is famous for its nightlife, beaches with various water sport activities and shacks serving delicious seafood. South Goa has the beauty of Portugal architecture and serene beaches. Goa is the most trending holiday destination in the country.
Things to do in Goa
Water sports, paragliding, cruise, sailing and surfing, street shopping, visiting the churches with the finest Portugal architecture, clubbing and eating lip-smacking seafood dishes out here, are some of the must-do things in Goa. Deltin Royale Casino is a three-floored casino in North Goa that should be explored. It includes games and activities to keep its audience always entertained.
Tourist attractions in Goa
Dudhsagar Falls, Aguada Fort, Chapora Fort, Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Se Cathedral, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Our lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, Goa State Museum, Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral are very popular tourist attractions. The last two places mentioned above are also titled the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO.
Places to shop in Goa
Anjuna Flea Market is cheap and sells footwear, souvenirs and artificial jewellery. Goan Mapusa Market is very popular for selling spices, pickles and Goa’s famous sausages. Panjim Market is very close to Dabolim Airport. It sells cashew nuts and handicrafts. Few markets in Goa are especially known for bargaining. The customer's bargain for almost everything selling here like clothes, goodies, jewellery, handicrafts, etc. Calangute Flea market is one of such kinds.
Best time to visit Goa
Months between October and March are the ideal time to visit Goa. The month of December celebrates Christmas and New Year in a grand way.
Modes of transport
Renting two-wheeler and four-wheeler vehicles is preferred by tourists in Goa. People who have known the state love to ride by their vehicle. Otherwise, local transports like buses, cabs, auto-rickshaws and taxis are also available here.
Weather in Goa
Goa has a moderate temperature between 25°C and 30°C because of the Western Ghats that surround the state. The summer months are March, April, May and October, monsoons range between June and September and winters from November to February.
Airport in Goa
The IATA Code of Goa’s Dabolim Airport is GOI. The airport is 30km far from the capital city of Goa, Panaji.