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 Centuries ago Goa was the capital of the Portuguese Empire in the East and mistress of the sea from the Cape of Good Hope to the China Sea. North Goa is the northern district of Goa, which covers the cities of Panaji, Old Goa and Vasco-da-Gama. The major tourist attractions cover Panajim, Vasco-da-Gama, Anjuna Beach, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, Chapel of Our Lady of Mount, Arambol, Baga Beach, Aguada Fort. . Huge churches, monasteries, cathedrals, monuments, nunneries and other Portuguese buildings are evidence to the golden era of Goa |
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How to reach |
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By Air |
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Dambolin Airport in Goa is the only airport in Goa. It is situated in Vasco-da-Gama, 29 Km from Panajim |
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By Rail |
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Vasco-da-Gama rail station is connected by train with the major cities of India |
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By Road |
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Panaji, the capital of Goa, is connected by road to Bangalore-598 Km, Mumbai-594 Km, Hubli-184 Km, Kolhapur-246 Km, Mangalore-371 Km, Mysore-696 Km and Pune-458 Km. |
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Places to Visit |
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Panaji |
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This capital city and the gate way toGoa is a heritage location with many renowned Churches and buildings constructed in Gothic style, situated on the left bank of the Mandovi River. The church dedicated to our Lady of Immaculate Conception, the Chapel of St. Sebastian, the Goa State Museum and the statue of Abbe Faria are major attractions here. |
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Old Goa |
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Because of the traditional, historic and a unique cultural heritage, old Goa still tells us the story of its Golden Past. The holy Basilica of Bom Jesus, houses the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. This church dedicated to Infant Jesus is now a world Heritage Monument and a famous pilgrimage center among Roman Catholics. Other well-known churches are the Convent and Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Church of St. Cajetan, Church of St. Augustine Ruins, Church and Convent of St. Monica, Church of Our Lady of Rosary, Chapel of St. Anthony and Chapel of St. Catherine |
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Dona Paula |
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This popular beach, which is seven kilometers west of the Indian state of Goa’s capital Panajim, derives its name from the daughter of a viceroy who chose to kill herself when forbidden to marry the man she loved. This beach is renowned as Lovers Paradise. This beach offers various water sports activities and an opportunity to the tourists to have a sunbath and buy cheap seaside goods from local vendors. |
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