Why Goa Should Be A ‘must Visit’ Destination On Your Bucket List

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Let’s try and play a little game. When we say ‘Goa’, you think of all the things associated with it.

Goa.

Well, what comes to mind? Beaches, seafood, luxury villas, shacks, palm trees, parties, Portugal, churches, etc etc. The list is never ending, isn’t it?

And yet, Goa, also known as the Las Vegas of India, has unfortunately only come to mostly associated with parties and churches. It is, in fact, a treasure trove of magnificent unexplored culture and heritage. Also, called the ‘Rome of the East’ it is looked upon as the most westernized territory in the country.

The perfect destination for everything from a beach holiday to a jungle adventure and more, we give you 5 reasons why Goa has to be a ‘must visit’ destination on your bucket list.

1. CULTURE – Goa is a beautiful juxtaposition of the Portuguese and Indian cultures. Influenced from its ancestry, the Christian and Hindu religions reside comfortably side-by-side with people from communities coming together to celebrate festivals across both calendars. The multi-ethnic state is as famous for its carnivals as it is for ...
... Shigmotsav and Shivratri. The Goan culture is a fusion of its people, festivals, dance and music.

2. BEACHES – Goa is synonymous with beaches. This coastal paradise is India’s Ibiza. The beaches of Goa possess a personality of their own. Not only that, there is a beach for each type of person. For party lovers who crave a rocking nightlife and thrill and adventure seeking water-sports fanatics there are the Baga, Calangute and Anjuna beaches among others. For those who like a quiet life away from the din of the city and are looking to detox, there are the Hollant, Kakolem, and Galgibaga beaches among others. The beaches of the north are clearly the ones who love the hustle and bustle and the beaches to the south are laid-back, serenity seeking tribe.

3. WILDLIFE – Even though it’s a small state, Goa is abundant and flourishing with wildlife. Even if you’re at a resort in Candolim or Baga, you’ll very likely see a monkey trotting about or a dolphin splashing about in the water. In Goa, you’ll find the most exotic birds, crocodiles and everything in between. Head to the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary if you’re a bird-watching enthusiast or visit the Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Goa’s largest, for a verdurous paradise host to creatures like lorises, pythons, leopards and India’s tallest Dudhsagar Waterfalls. Visit the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary to match steps with slow moving crocodiles and venture on boat trips out of Anjuna and Varca beach among others to revel in the sight of thrilling dolphins.

4. SPICE PLANTATIONS – Did you think that Konkan Curry and Crab Masala became famous without reason? Responsible for geographical discoveries and colonial conquests, spices have made their home in Goa through various spice plantations. The Savoi Spice Plantation, Sahakari Spice Farms, Pascoal Spice Farms and the Tropical Spice Plantation, all in and around Ponda, offer tourists to see spices in their natural environment. One can also opt for spice gift boxes and souvenirs during their visit here.

5. AFFORDABILITY – Whether it is flying to Goa from within India or from abroad, rest assured that it won’t burn a hole in your pocket. With holiday deals on offer by travel companies, traveling to Goa doesn’t become a stressful activity. Accommodation, too, along with shopping, water-sports, renting vehicles and undertaking tours will all fit within your budget.

Goa is an amalgamation of the best things the world has to offer. Sun-kissed sands, a culture that is abound with antiquity, verdant greenery, a rocking nightlife and lip-smacking cuisine. Whether you’re looking for serenity or lively fun, make Goa a ‘must-visit’ destination. I’m sure it won’t disappoint.

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