What is Goa best known for?
Goa is known for its spectacular scenery, famous Indian beaches, amazing monuments and churches and busy Goa nights. Goa is one of the most visited places in India, especially on weekends, as it is not too far from Mumbai and Panaji is its capital and Vasco da Gama as the largest city. It attracts a large number of visitors from all over the world, all year round. In this amazing seaside city, you can find many options with cheap Goa hotel packages, budget prices for Goa resorts and luxury resorts with a wide range of Goa hotels and reservations.
The major attraction in Goa is religious sites such as temples and city churches. Despite the moderate weather in Goa, the rain takes 5 months - from June to September - to last. Located in the coastal region of Konkan and the western part of the Ghats, Goa is blessed with a temperate climate. The state is prone to temperature fluctuations and has no clear limit between the two seasons, except for heavy rainfall.
Best places to visit in Goa
- Grande Island: This island in Goa is believed to be best for scuba diving as you can swim around a beautiful variety of fishes and coral reefs.
- Bogmalo Beach: Bogmalo Beach is the treasure house of stunning underwater life. Here, snorkelling is a common activity done by tourists.
- Palolem Beach: This is a perfect beach to go kayaking in the sea and look around the mesmerising palm trees.
- Calangute Beach: It is locally referred to as the queen of beaches in Goa. It is the best place to experience parasailing and enjoy fantastic views.
Airport in Goa
Goa International Airport or the Dabolim Airport was built in 1955. It is built over 1700 acres of land and has an integrated terminal for both international and domestic flights.
- Airport address: Dabolim International Airport, Airport Road, Dabolim, Goa
- IATA code: GOI