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Holidays in Goa and Goa Tourism Attractions
Posted by admin | Posted in Holidays & Vacations, Travel | Posted on 02-04-2012
Placed in the western coast of India, Goa is a captivating holiday destination in India. It is the smallest but most gorgeous state of India. It is small but has many worthy destinations for celebrating holidays in truly pleasurable ways.
It is widely much-admired for its unspoiled beautiful beaches, marvelous temples, splendid churches, striking wildlife, wonderful forts & palaces, affluent museums & art galleries, historical monuments, beautiful lakes, charming rivers, talkative waterfalls, momentous towns and lush spice plantations. With a lot of attractions and admirable holiday spots, Goa is nowadays a dream destination for vacationers and travellers through out the entire globe.
A trip to Goa presents a wonderful chance to travel around following exotic tourist spots and attractions.
Beaches - Beaches are perhaps the most sought after destinations and attractions of Goa tourism. This gorgeous land is spotted with several beautiful beaches inviting tourists and holidaymakers thorough out the world. Palm-fringed and sun-kissed beaches here are just perfect and ideal destinations for remarkable sightseeing and comfortable vacation with the fantastic charm of sun, sand, surf and sea. Tourists can enjoy here water fun and sport activities like water fun & sport activities like water-skiing, fishing, angling, water-scootering, scuba diving, cruises, etc. Baga, Calangute, Anjuna, Vagator, Dona Paul, Benaulim, Colva, Candolim, Palolem, Arambol, etc are names of some beaches of Goa.
Churches - Gorgeous land of Goa is also much admired for its magnificent churches and convents. Goa churches and convents are listed as UNESCO World heritage sites. Churches here are excellent example of Portuguese’s art & architecture. Intricately elaborated churches and convents here create spellbinding effect on visitors.
World visit churches are Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of St Francis of Assisi, Se Cathedral, Church of Lady of Rosary, Church of Holy Spirit, Chapel of St Catherine, Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Mary Immaculate Conception, St Augustine Church, St Anne Church, etc. These fine-looking churches and convents are living testimony of rich & glorious historical past of the state.
Temples - Besides churches, there are many Hindu temples in this state. Worth visit temple attractions here are Shri Kamakshi Temple, Shri Manguesh Temple, Shri Mahalsa Temple, Shantadurga Temple, etc.
Forts - There are many magnificent forts in this state. Aguada Fort here is the largest Portuguese fort and the most popular one. Some other splendid forts here are Cabo Raj Niwas (situated at just opposite of Aguada Fort), Cabo Fort (Raj Bhawan), Chapora Fort, Teracol Fort, Mormugoa Fort, etc.
Anjuna Flea Market - It is one of the featured attractions of Goa vacation. You will surely love to explore this bustling colorful & vibrant bazaar. It is hell on every Wednesday on the famous Anjuna Beach.
Wildlife - On your Holidays in Goa, you will also have opportunity to enjoy the charm of wildlife with diverse flora and fauna. Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary and Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary are worth visit on Goa tours and travels.
Lakes and Waterfalls – The beautiful land of Goa is also home to some beautiful lakes and waterfalls. Dudhsagar waterfall and Mayhems Lake much admired by tourists and vacationers.
There are many more, much more much many more in the smallest state of Goa. You can see all them on your visit. So plan out your trip to this gorgeous land and give your eyes a great feast.