The city is a perfect destination for those who enjoy partying and love serene beaches. The 161 km coastline is on the Arabian Sea, the area it covers is 1429 square miles. Beautiful sunsets and bright mornings can be experienced in the mesmerising nature engulfing the state. The weather stays very moderate. Goa is famous for its nightlife, casinos and churches with the beauty of Portugal architecture, beaches with water sports, street shopping and shacks serving delicious seafood.
Things to do in Goa
Water sports, paragliding, cruise, sailing and surfing, street shopping, visiting the ultimate churches with the finest Portugal architecture still preserved, clubbing and eating the lip-smacking seafood dishes without a miss, are the most famous things to do in Goa. The lists of things-to-do in Goa are endless and if you visit the state for a vacation, you are sure to fall short of days in fulfilling your to-do list.
Tourist attractions in Goa
The Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral is titled as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Dudhsagar Falls, Aguada Fort, Chapora Fort, Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Our lady of the immaculate conception church and Goa state museum, are very popular tourist spots in Goa.
Places to shop in Goa
Anjuna Flea market is famous for footwear, souvenirs and artificial jewelry. Mapusa Market is the bazaar in the Goan style that sells spices, pickles and sausages. Panjim Market near Dabolim Airport is popular for cashew nuts and handicrafts. Calangute Flea Market is the bargain market for customers buying clothes, goodies, bric-a-brac, trinkets, jewellery, handicrafts, etc.
Best time to visit Goa
October to March comprise the favourite months of tourists visiting the state because of the festive season. Christmas and New Year are Goa’s main festivals that are popular worldwide. People from across the world visit Goa, especially during December.
Modes of transport
Local transport modes like buses, cabs, auto-rickshaws and taxis are easily available here. People who often travel to Goa, tend to rent bikes and jeeps.
Weather in Goa
The weather of Goa is moderate. Temperature lies between 25°C and 30°C. Summers are in March, April, May and October, monsoons between June and September and winters from November to February.
Airport in Goa
The IATA Code of Goa is GOI. Dabolim Airport is the only domestic and international airport in Goa. It is 30 km away from Panaji.