Goa Holidays Allow You to Explore Some Fabulous Places
Situated on the west coast of India, Goa is one of the
country's smallest states and is renowned for its sandy beaches, delicious
cuisine, and an excellent mix of Portuguese and Indian cultures. The
international airport located in its capital city, Panjim, provides great
connectivity with major destinations of the world. As its coastline stretches
to more than 100 kilometres, you'll have plenty of beaches to visit during your
time spent in this Indian state. Besides beaches, you can also witness some old
buildings and structures that were constructed centuries ago.
Among them is the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which is one
of the most unique of all the churches found in India. It is worth visiting
during your Goa
holidays for its Baroque architecture and historical significance. This
church is located in Bainguinim, which is about 10 kilometres away from the
capital city and was built in the late 16th century. It is believed that
Christianity began in India with the construction of this church. This church has
the remains of St Francis Xavier, who founded the 'Society of Jesus' with St
Ignatius Loyola. Basilica of Bom Jesus has been declared a World Heritage Site
by UNESCO and is a church of great cultural and religious significance.
One of the most popular beaches you'll get to visit
while holidaying in Goa is Calangute Beach. It is about 15 kilometres away from
Panjim and is the longest beach in North Goa. Owing to its popularity and size,
it attracts numerous tourists arriving in Goa from different corners of the
world. Many tourists prefer staying close to this beach, as it offers great
connectivity to many other beaches of North Goa, such as Aguada, Baga,
Candolim, and Anjuna. As it is among the most commercial and bustling beaches
of the state, you'll find several options in shacks, eateries, and clubs while
taking a stroll on this beach.
You can also go cruising while in Goa to witness the
beautiful landscapes of the state or to enjoy a mesmerising sunset. There are
different types of cruises available in this part of the world and every single
one of them offers some unique experiences for the travellers. You can find
backwater cruises, romantic dinner cruises, casino cruises, and also the simple
evening cruises. Most of these cruises begin from Miramar Beach, which is
located in the capital city of Goa. Upon taking any of these cruises, you'll
have a wonderful time on the waters of Arabian Sea with a variety of options in
entertainment and food.
While holidaying in this Indian state, you can also
indulge in many other exciting activities. As Goa has vast stretches of
uninterrupted coastline there are various options available for you when it
comes to water sports. Such activities attract plenty of tourists at the
Calangute, Candolim, Baga, and Benaulim beaches. Snorkelling, kite-surfing,
diving, kayaking, and para-sailing are some of the activities you can try while
exploring such places. You can book your favourite activity with any of the
licensed operators that offer a range of water sports packages.
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