Goa is a beautiful destination facing the Arabian Sea with a coastline about 160 km long. The weather stays very moderate due to the presence of Western Ghats. Goa's culture and lifestyle are completely different from the rest of India. It dwells on western culture. Goa is famous for nightlife, beaches with water sports, street shopping and shacks serving delicious seafood. There are more than seventy beaches in Goa.
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 getting a taste of the lip-smacking seafood dishes are the most famous things to do in Goa. Tourists rent private villas in Goa. Activities like kayaking, cruising and Dolphin tours also could be some add-ons to your trip.
Tourist attractions in Goa
Basilica of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral from the 16th century are marked as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. Dudhsagar Falls, Aguada Fort, Chapora Fort, Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Deltin Royale Casino, 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, Mapusa Market, Panjim Market and the Calangute Flea Market are famous for footwear, souvenirs, artificial jewellery, spices, pickles, sausages, cashew nuts and handicrafts. The markets are popular for bargaining. Customers bargain a lot here and tend to lower down the market prices of the products here on the streets. Items sold are cheap and of good quality.
Best time to visit Goa
Christmas and New Year are Goa’s main festivals popular worldwide. People from across the world visit Goa, especially during December. The best time to visit this union territory is from October to February end. The weather stays very ideal then.
Modes of transport
Local transports like buses, cabs, auto-rickshaws and taxis are easily available here. People also tend to rent bikes and jeeps here. They are easily available and one can locate such shops and dealers on the internet.
Weather in Goa
The temperature of Goa is very moderate and it lies between 25°C and 30°C. The summer months are March, April, May and October; the monsoons are between June and September and the winters are from November to February.
Airport in Goa
Dabolim Airport (IATA: GOI) is the only domestic and international airport in Goa. It is 30 km away from Panaji.