Goa: The Nature’s Amazement

Goa is well known for the night and beach parties. However, it’s not all about drinking and dancing. There are a lot of places to explore and visit.

For first time travelers, make sure to book best resorts in Goa for added experience. If you planning to visit Goa, below we have covered some places that are fun to travel to.

1. Anjuna – It is a village famous for trance parties, long beaches and its flea market on Wednesdays & Saturdays.
2. Arambol – The most famous beach in North Goa which also has a couple of good nightclubs.
3. Baga – One of the busiest beaches in the state which is located in Calangute.
4. Bogmalo Beach – A small but nice fishing village with a few old Portuguese homes.
5. Candolim Beach – Another busy beach surrounded by hotels and restaurants.
6. Colva Beach – Located in Margao it is popular for nighttime strolls.
7. Collem Church– Located at the top of the hill, this church was built by the Portuguese in 1594.
8. Fort Aguada – A perfect place to enjoy the sunset with its lighthouse offering splendid views.
9. Fort Anjuna – Built by the Portuguese, it now houses a club and was used as a backdrop for many movies.
10. Fort Chapora – The second most important fort after Vasco da Gama is located north of Margao.
11. Fort Tiracol – Located in North Goa, this is one of the lesser-known forts where you can spot peacocks roaming freely.
12. Kerkar Art Complex – This place hosts art exhibitions and artwork made out of scrap metal and old bottles it also has an amphitheater where once every week there is a performance by local artists.
13. Lighthouse Beach – Located at the northern tip of Goa, this beach has many rock formations and also offers amazing views.
14. Majorda Beach – This beach was made famous after it was used as a backdrop for Maniratnam’s Dil Se.
15. Miramar Beach– A nice place to relax but it has slightly dirty water because of its proximity to the port area.
16. Palolem – One of the most beautiful beaches in India, it is located near Dabolim Airport which means you can combine your trip to Cochin with a visit here.
17. Panjim – The capital city of Goa, this Portuguese influenced place is where most of the action happens.
18. Patnem Beach– Located in South Goa, it has a long stretch of clean beach and attracts a lot of foreign tourists.
19. Rivona – This village comes alive during low tide when you can spot many crabs and fish in the shallow waters.
20. Siolim – A quiet village that’s home to many strawberry farms which means if you plan to visit avoid summers and winters when they’re harvesting for best results.
21. Terekhol Fort– Located in North Goa this fort offers amazing views but because of its location not frequented by tourists much.
22. Colva Fort– Located at the entrance of Colva beach it was built by the Portuguese to keep watch on the Arabian Sea.
23. Kala Academy– Located in Panjim it’s famous for being a hub for local artists and organises many art exhibitions throughout the year.
24. Margao – The capital city of South Goa, this town is often referred to as Mini Goa because of its Portuguese influence despite being located in South India.
25. Mapusa – A busy place during the festive season where you can buy fresh vegetables, grocery items.
26. Miramar Beach– A nice place to relax but it has slightly dirty water because of its proximity to the port area.
27. Parra – This village comes alive during Navratri where you can find many stalls selling traditional Goan food and clothing.
28. Reis Magos Fort– Located in North Goa it is also known as St. Paul’s fort which holds a church on top of the hill.
29. Se Cathedral – Located at the heart of Panjim it is one of the most beautiful churches in town.
30. Sinquerium Beach – This beach has many resorts where you can enjoy your time at one of the best beaches in Goa along with tasty food and drinks around.
31. Terekhol Fort– Located in North Goa this fort offers amazing views but because of its location not frequented by tourists much.
32. Ticha Umbrellas– Located at Benaulim Beach, this place is famous for selling local beach umbrellas which you can use to shade yourself from the sun.
33. Aguada Fort – Built by the Portuguese in 1555 it has a church and lighthouse located on top of the hill.
34. “Attur” Fish Market– This fish market comes alive every morning where you can find many stalls selling crabs, shrimps and prawns all types of fresh-caught fish.
35. Adil Shah Palace – Located near Panjim this palace was built during the 16th century by Sultan Adil Shah of Bijapur, also known as Mughal of South India.
36. Bardez – This village is famous for its church which was built in 1594 and houses a museum inside.
37. Basilica of Bom Jesus– This church holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier, a Spanish saint who came to Goa during the 16th century.
38. Bandstand– Located at Miramar beach it is one of the most popular spots for people to hang out especially on weekends.
39. Calangute Beach– One of the most beautiful beaches located North of Baga this beach offers many water activities along with local vendors selling food items from shacks on the beach.
40. Chorao Island – This island is famous for being a bird watcher’s paradise as over 300 different species of birds can be found here. It has a lot of beautiful cafes. It’s also home to a lot of beautiful cafes, making it a delightful destination for both nature enthusiasts and those seeking charming dining spots. Don’t forget to bring your bird watching camera to capture the stunning avian diversity in this picturesque locale.
41. Colva Beach– A nice place to relax but it has slightly dirty water because of its proximity to the port area.
42. Dudhsagar – Located in North Goa this waterfall is a popular spot for people to visit during monsoons which fall from a height of 300 feet.
43. Ganga Lake – This lake was built by Shri Devmani Maddhavi Dessai in 1613, located near Canacona you can take boat rides or go fishing.
44. Gangeshwar Temple– Located on top of the hill at Arrosim this temple is famous for being one of the twelve Jyotirlingas in India.

Goa is one of the liveliest places in the world. Plus, the above mentioned places will surely give you a sense of thrill. So, planning your vacation with the best resorts in Goa will give you an enjoyable experience.