Alorna Fort

The Alorna fort is situated in the village of Alorna which is about 30 km from Mapusa and 10 km east
off NH 17 from Malpem in Pernem. It was built by the Bhonsles of Sawantwadi in the 17th century. In
the ... more info

Amthane Dam
The Amthane dam lies in a splendid location approximately 20 km from Mapusa. It is not yet
developed for tourists and picnickers but is a nice place to unwind. The dam supplies raw water to the
nearby ... more info

Ancestral Goa Museum / Big Foot
The Ancestral Goa museum/ exhibition is situated in the small village of Loutolim which is about 10
km from Margao and 25 km from Panaji. The musuem is also known as big foot. It is privately run by
an artist ... more info

Anjunem Dam
The Anjunem Dam is located on the Sanquelim-Belgaum highway in Chorla ghat at about 10 km from
the Sanquelim town. It is one of the most idyllic places to enjoy the mystic charm and greenery
around. The dam... more info

Arvalam Waterfalls
The Arvalem or Harvalem waterfalls, which cascades down from the mountains, from a height of 50
metres, is one of the most awe-amazing spots. It is situated at about 2 km from the small town of
Sanquelim and 8... more info

Arvalem Caves
Just passing the town of Sanquelim, there is a detour road leading towards Arvalem Caves. These
caves from the 6th century, are quite small, with no articulate sculptures or paintings. ... more info

Banastari Bridge
Banastarim is also known for the Meta Bridge. The bridge in Banastarim sometimes called the
Banastarim Bridge is an important link to the Tiswadi and Ponda taluka as well as to the Mandovi
River. Major of the ... more info

Boca De Vaca Spring
Situated next to the Mahalaxmi temple, the Boca de Vaca spring is one of the two springs that exist in
Panaji Goa. The appearance of this Portuguese - built structure that remains aglow with soft
decorative ... more info

British Cemetery in Goa
The military or the British cemetery was built in Goa in 1802 by the British. It is considered to be more
than 180 years old and is the only reminder of the British occupation of the territory of Goa during ...
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Budbudyanchi Tali
The Budbudyanchi Tali or the bubble lake also known locally as Budbud Talli or Bomadyanchi Talli is
located in Netravali in the Sanguem taluka. It is a sacred tank of bubbles attached to the Gopinath
temple ... more info

Cabo De Rama
Cabo de Rama is situated 16 km north of Agonda in the coast road at the south end of Colva Bay. Also
known as The Cape of Rama, it takes its name from the Hindu epic Ramayana hero, Lord Rama as
according the ... more info

Cabo Raj Bhavan / Governors Palace
Situated at the end of a narrow cape where the Mandovi and Zuari rivers merge into the sea, the Cabo
Raj Bhavan also known as the Governor's Palace, is the official residence of the governor of Goa. After
the ... more info

Calizz - The heart of Goa
Welcome to Calizz, a heritage site seeing place of Goan life through the ages. At Calizz (Which means
'HEART' in Konkani) you will discover the soul of Goa. Spread across several acres by the Candolim
beach, ... more info

Carambolim Lake in Goa
The Carambolim Lake is situated approx 2 kms southeast of Old Goa in the Tiswadi taluka. It is
excellent place of birding in Goa that supports a large population of herbivorous birds. Built to
facilitate ... more info

Chapoli Dam
The Chapoli dam is situated 1 km north-east of Chaudi in Canacona. It is approximately 40 km from
Margao. The dam is located in a scenic spot extending westward from the Sahyadris. It makes it an
excellent ... more info

Chapora Fort
Before this present fort build by Portuguese, there was a one fort way long before, even before the
arrival of Portuguese in Goa. ... more info

Chorao Island
The Tiswadi island of Chorao is situated 5 kms from Panaji. The earliest settlers of the island were 10
families of the Goud Saraswat Brahmins. The people of the island are today known as the Chodankars.
The... more info

Churches, Chapels, Temples a varied legacy
Perhaps nowhere are the diverse influences of Goa more dramatic than in the places of worship. It is
not uncommon to come across a temple in the Maratha style, with a distinctively Christian Plan and an
... more info

Devil\'s Canyon
Devil's Canyon also known as 'Devcharacho kond' in Konkani, is a picturesque river gorge near Molem
situated in a beautiful patch of the jungle where the river flows with great turbulence and cuts the
deep ... more info

Divar Island
The beautiful Divar Island that is rarely visited is situated across the Mandovi River from Old Goa. A
ferry connects the southern end of the island with Old Goa. The ferry wharf is situated near the
Viceroy's ... more info

Dudhsagar Waterfall
The Dudh Sagar waterfall is situated in the Indian state of Goa in Sanguem taluka. It is located 60
kms from the capital city of Panaji and is well connected with Panjim and Margao through a rail and
road ... more info

Fort Aguada
The Fort Aguada is one of the largest and impressive forts preserved as one of the best known
landmarks in Goan history. Its prominence has grown from the fact that its headland on which it is
built offers a ... more info

Goa State Museum
A kilometer south west of the KTC bus stand in Panaji is the Goa State museum. It includes various
items like copper plate inscription of Kadamba Kings, wooden statues of Christian saints, stone and
bronze ... more info

Kuskem Waterfall
The Kuskem waterfall is located in the Canacona taluka in South Goa. It can be visited whilst on the
way to the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary which is the state's second largest after the Bhagwan Mahaveer
... more info

Lamgau Caves
Yet another famous tourist spot which cannot be missed out are the caves at Lamgau. These can be
approached in 2 ways. ... more info

List of Beaches In Goa
The Beaches of Goa are much ahead of other beaches in India in terms of popularity and the facilities
that are available here. The beaches here have been accepted as a matter of life, there are exotic
cuisine ... more info

Madei Wildlife Sanctuary
The Madei Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the Sattari takula in North Goa. It is spread over an area of
208 sq km and is a link between the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and the Sawantwadi forests in ...
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Mapusa Market
A famous market and fondly known as `Mapusa Friday Market as it is taken place every Friday. This is
fully crowded and lively being loaded with wide variety shopping, as every inch of place is booked by
... more info

Maya Lake
Maya Lake also known as Mayem Lake is situated in Mayem in the Bicholim taluka of North Goa. It is a
popular tourist spot in Goa for boating. The beautiful Maya lake is located 7 kms from the
Saptakoteshwar ... more info

Nanus Fort in Goa
Nanus Fort is located in the Satari taluka of North Goa. It is now in ruins but is known as a historical
fort that was built in the seventeenth century. The Nanus fort is known to be built by Shivaji. However
... more info

Naval Aviation Museum
The Naval Aviation Museum is situated at about 2 km from the airport on the Bogmalo beach in Goa.
It is the only Naval Aviation Museum that exist in Asia and is also one of the only seven naval aviation
... more info

Panjim Bridge
Panjim which is the main city of Goa is well connected by the parallel bridges. The Panaji bridge also
known as the Mandovi bridge connects the Betim village to the Panjim city. During the 1980's the
Panaji ... more info

Patto Bridge
The Patto bridge a historic monument built by the Portuguese is a small bridge in Panjim the capital
city of Goa. The bridge is the extension of the causeway known as Ponte de Linhares that is about 3.2
kms ... more info

Pequeno / Bat Island in Goa
The Pequeno Island in Goa also known as the Bat Island is located just a kilometer away from Baina
beach of Vasco-da-Gama. The island forms a great surprise for those seeking adventures and
comprises of a ... more info

Reis Magos Fort
The significant aspect of the little headland of Reis Magos jutting out at the north end of the sandbar
was the defeat of a Muslim outpost by Albuquerque in 1510 during one of his battles wherein Bardez
was ... more info

Rivona Caves
The Rivona Caves also known as the Pandava caves are situated in the village of Rivona in South Goa
at about 5 km northeast of Ponda. They are considered to be dug in the 6th or 7th century by the
Buddhist ... more info

Ruins of the Colvale Fortress
The ruins of the Fortress of Colvale is located in the Bardez taluka of North Goa. It was built in the
year 1681 by the court of Alvor to safeguard the Bardez frontier against the Marathas and Bhonsles.
In ... more info

San Jacinto Island
You can visit Issorcim beach around Bogmalo beach, which is only 11/2 kms away. This beach is
completely secluded save for the local villagers, and is particularly good for fishing. Here, plate coral
also ... more info

Selaulim Dam
The Selaulim dam lies on the Selaulim river at about 5 km from the Sanguem town. it is Goa's biggest
man-made water storage source that is also a favourite picnic spot for locals. During the monsoons,
the ... more info

Siolim Bridge
The Siolim bridge in Goa connecting villages such as Siolim and Chopdem lies 7 kms south of Morjim
across the Chapora River. The bridge is a landmark in the Siolim village from where one can see some
great ... more info

Spice Planatations in Goa
The spice plantations in Goa are situated in the Ponda region and are quite popular as a major tourist
attraction. The plantations use organic methods of cultivation and farming and are known to produce
many... more info

The Azad Maidan
It is the small plot in Panjim town, a pavilion in the center presently built and in the middle is the
statue of Dr. Tristao de Braganza Cunha, the former Goan Freedom Fighter, He was the `Valiant Hero
of Goan ... more info

The Statue Of Abbe Faria
The statue of Abbe Jose Custodia Faria, is that of a priest hypnotizing a woman and is located in a
small square just near the Secretariat in Panjim. ... more info

The Zuari bridge
The Zuari bridge on the Zuari river is one of the most scenic and beautiful spots in Goa that links the
capital city of Panaji in North Goa with Vasco da Gama and the Mormugao port in South Goa. It is also
... more info

Tiracol Fort
The Terekhol or Tiracol fortress, exclusive of border encounters, political tensions and confronations is
an important landmark in Goan history. It is surrounded by a natural river flowing east-west on its ...
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Usgalimal Rock Carvings
The mysterious rock carvings of Usgalimal were discovered in 1993 by the villagers of Usgalimal,
which is situated at about 16 kms south of Rivona in the Sanguem taluka in south Goa. The villagers
informed ... more info

Viceroy\'s Arch
The Viceroy's Arch erected in 1599 by Viceroy Francisco da Gama was once the main street for
entering Old Goa. It was built as a memorial to the achievements of Vasco da Gama, the famous
explorer. ... more info

Vintage Car Museum
Ashvek Vintage World is a Vintage Car Museum situated in Nuvem, Salcete, Goa. It is Goa's first and
only vintage car museum that showcases over a dozen vintage cars sourced from Goa or neighboring
areas like... more info

Wax World Museum
Old Goa is the home to India's second wax museum. Each figurine is carefully sculpted of paraffin
wax; the hair used is natural, although the eyes and teeth are artificial. The museum has over 30 life-
size, ... more info

Goa's growing up. Once a simple, seaside retreat strung with resort hotels, it's graduating to a destination with a
range of sophisticated lodging and world-class dining options aimed at the tasteful traveller. Adding themselves to the
mix are eclectic boutiques and yoga retreats. And then there's always the thriving, thumping party scene that draws
millions back each Christmas and New Year. Fortunately, Old Goa still exists in its villages and churches, local
festivals and fresh seafood preparations. Come, stay, explore.
MONUMENTS
BasiIica of Bom Jesus
Every day, hundreds of pilgrims arrive at the Basilica of Bom Jesus to pray to St Francis Xavier, whose tomb and
mortal remains are housed in this church. Easily Goa's finest Jesuit cathedral and a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
Bom Jesus is replete with beautiful altars, rich frescoes, gilded inlays and paintings depicting the life of the saint.
Fort Aguada
Built in 1612, this Portuguese-era fort was constructed to protect the coast from the Dutch and the Marathas.
nterestingly, the fort got its name from the freshwater spring within its walls (aguada is Portuguese for water.) The
fort is characterised by a four-storey lighthouse erected in 1864, which is also the oldest of its kind in Asia. The land
around the fort is now owned by the Taj hotel groupon the ramparts behind the fort you'll find the Vivanta by Taj
Fort Aguada resort.
Church of Our Lady of the ImmacuIate Conception
Commonly called the Panjim Church, this is one of the oldest, grandest churches in Goa. ts elegant baroque
architecture, striking entrance, whitewashed edifice and panoramic view of Panaji City make it a must-visit.
Church and Convent of St Monica
Displaying a wonderful blend of Tuscan-Corinthian exteriors and Doric interiors, the Church of St Monica is simply
stunning. Said to be one of the oldest nunneries in ndia, this three-storey laterite building was destroyed by a fire in
1636 but rebuilt the following year. Within the convent lies the Museum of Christian Art, which displays striking work
such as the Donna Maria de Corm.
MUSEUMS
ArchaeoIogicaI Museum & Portrait GaIIery
This site was converted into a museum in 1964 and was originally a part of the old Franciscan monastery adjacent to
the Church of St Francis of Assisi. Currently maintained by the Archaeological Society of ndia, it houses eight
galleries containing Portuguese and pre-colonial artefacts, as well as a portrait gallery of Portuguese governors.
Archaeological Museum & Portrait Gallery, Old Goa ( +91 832 228 5333 ). Open Sat-Thurs, 10am-5pm.
Goa State Museum
The Goa State Museum is located in the heart of the state's capital, Panaji. The dozen-odd galleries feature
everything from Jain sculptures and Christian art to their most popular exhibit, Goa's Freedom Struggle Gallery.
Goa State Museum, Panaji ( +91 832 243 8006 ; www.goamuseum.nic.in). Open Mon-Fri, 9.30am-5.30pm.
ART AND THEATRE
KaIa Academy
The Kala Academy is renowned for its vivacious cultural performances and events. The open-air amphitheatre is a
great family venue to watch a play or catch music concerts.
ala Academy, Campal, Panaji ( +91 832 242 0451 ; www.goa-tourism.com)
Art Escape
Art Escape is a 'collective' run by young, passionately driven artists and professionals who want to share their
knowledge about the arts through daily workshops.
Art Escape, Woodstock The Art Escape, Waddi Beach, South Benaulim (www.artescape.in)
ILDLIFE AND NATURE
BondIa iIdIife Sanctuary
t may be one of the smallest Goan wildlife sanctuaries but Bondla more than makes up for its size. The lush forest-
encased botanical garden is also a miniature zoo, rendering it a fruitful ecosystem for the various flora and fauna that
thrive there. Located in north east Goa, the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary's main attraction is their popular elephant rides.
Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Ponda
Dudhsagar aterfaII
Dudhsagar is one of the most breathtaking sites in the 'sunshine state' and is best visited under the mystical influence
of the sun's morning rays. Cascading over four tiers before plunging 2,000 feet down a mountain face, this is Goa's
highest waterfall, found in ndia's Western Ghats, close to the Karnataka border.
udhsagar Waterfall, Sanguem