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Sandy beaches, warm sunsets, beautiful villages and an environment crammed with joy are some of the features that make Goa a famous beach tourist destination in India. it's not only the scenic beaches but also the tropical climate of Goa which will make one fall crazy and make an urge to explore more about the place. Goa may be a perfect travel destination for those seeking for yoga and ayurveda retreat or enjoys enthralling adventure to urge a holistic travel experience. Tourism in Goa is very wonderful and exciting experience. Serene Beaches of Goa have a quiet atmosphere with the essence of Western culture within the traditional land of India, Goa has become one of the most popular and favorite place for tourists. Vasco da Gama is its largest city. Goa is visited by large numbers of domestic and international tourists annually for its places of worship, World Heritage-listed architecture, white sand beaches and nightlife.  It has rich flora and fauna, due to its location on the Western Ghats range, a biodiversity hotspot. Capital of Goa is Panaji. 

CLIMATE OF GOA

• Summer Season (April to June)
  In summer season temperature of Goa ranges from 21°C to 37°C
• Rainy Season (July to September)
  In Rainy Season temperature of Goa ranges 21°C to 39°C
• Winter Season (October to March)
  In winter season temperature of Goa ranges from 17°C to 32°C

POPULAR TOURIST ATTRACTIONS OF GOA
Goa stands 6th within the Top 10 Nightlife cities of the world in National Geographic Travel. Prominent  nightclubs in Goa are Sinq, Mambos and Chronicle. One of the most popular tourist attractions in Goa is water sports. Beaches like Calangute and Baga offer parasailing, jet-skiing, cargo ship rides, sea scooter rides, and more. The state of Goa is famous for its temples, churches, and beaches. Fort Aguada, Bom Jesus Cathedral, and a replacement wax museum on Indian history, culture and heritage in Old Goa are other tourism spots.

On visiting Goa with family or friends, tourists can enjoy on the white sand beaches with famous beaches of Goa like Candolim Beach, Palolem Beach, Sinquerim Beach, Aguada Beach, Agonda Beach, Colva Beach, Anjuna Beach. For Beach Parties, Baga and Calangute Beach are the best options. Some of the beaches in Goa are less crowded which makes them an ideal place for those seeking privacy and serenity. One such Beach is Mandrem Beach which is peaceful and quiet and best for honeymoon couples and for people looking for peace. 

Forts, Cathedrals and Churches, are the famous tourist places of Goa. Some of the famous churches of Goa are the Basilica of Bom Jesus which exhibits Baroque architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Se Cathedral which is famous for the golden bell, Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception which exhibits a big tower inside the church, Church of St. Francis of Assisi which was built by the Portuguese in 1661, Church of St. Cajetan gives the feel of being in Rome. Historic Forts are also the main attractions of Goa. These forts are Chapora Fort, Cabo Fort, Aguada Fort, Mormugao Fort, Reis Magos Fort, Terekhol Fort and Corjuem Fort. Goa has many Wildlife Sanctuaries which are rich in flora and fauna. Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries of Goa are Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary, Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary, Mollem National Park and Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary. Some of the religious places of Goa are Mangesh Temple, Safa Shahouri Mosque.

HISTORIC SITES OF GOA
Goa has 2 World Heritage Sites: Churches and Convents of Old Goa and Bom Jesus Basilica. Saint Joseph Vaz Sanctuary is situated in Goa. The Velhas Conquistas areas are known for Goa-Portuguese style architecture. There are many forts in Goa like Aguada, Cabo de Rama, Tiracol, Corjuem, Mormugao, Chapora, Reis Magos, Nanus, and Fort Gaspar Dias.

MUSEUMS AND SCIENCE CENTRES OF GOA
Goa has 3 famous museums: Naval Aviation Museum, National Institute of Oceanography and Goa State Museum. The aviation museum is one of 3 in India (others are in Bengaluru and Delhi). The Goa Science Centre is situated in Miramar, Panaji. Museum of Goa is a privately owned contemporary art gallery situated near Calangute. The National Institute of Oceanography, India (NIO) is situated in Dona Paula. 

TOP THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Goa is dwelling of beautiful beaches where tourists can enjoy sunbathing and capture the amazing views of the sunset. Tourists can enjoy adventure sports activities like water skiing, parasailing, dinghy sailing, windsurfing etc in Goa. The prominent destinations in Goa where tourists can enjoy these activities are the Dona Paula Bay for dinghy sailing and windsurfing, Calangute beach for parasailing, Candolim Beach for water skiing, Sea Scooter Ride in Dona Paula Jetty, Angling in Agonda Beach.

Tourists can also enjoy Ayurveda and Yoga in Goa. Nightlife of Goa is amazing, there are large number of Discos, Bars, Pubs and Restaurants in Goa. Also, Goa is dwelling to offshore and onshore floating casinos where tourists can enjoy the nightlife. Casino Royale is best casino in Goa. Other famous casinos of Goa are Casino Carnival, Casino Pride, Chances Casino and Resort and Dunes at the Zuri Sands. Goa is also good for Wildlife Tourism & Religious Tourism. There are many things do and see in Goa with friends and family. Goa offers tourists wonderful locations for honeymoon holidays, family tours and solo ventures,with opportunity to take part in water sports activities and more.

BEST TIME TO VISIT GOA
Goa features a tropical climate and may be visited at any time with each season offering a wonderful experience to the travellers. Summer is the best time to visit Goa with family whereas the in monsoon tourists can enjoy a number of the water sports. In winter season climate of Goa is very cool and pleasant weather making it an ideal time for sunbathing.

WHY VISIT GOA?
For Enjoying Honeymoon, Casinos, Nightlife, Water Sports Activities, Sunbathing, Adventure Tourism, Heritage Tour, Yoga Tour, Ayurveda Tour, Photography Tour, Cruise Tour, Dolphin Sighting, Visiting Churches, Sunset Watching, Shopping in Flea Markets, Luxury Holidays, Destination Wedding, Enjoying The Seafood and many more things. 

CUISINE OF GOA 
Rice with fish curry is usually eaten by people in Goa. Goan cuisine is well-known for its rich sort of fish dishes cooked with various recipes. There are some places in Goa which are popular for Goa's traditional & special cuisines. Ros omelette is very  snacks and street foods in Goa, it's usually sold on food carts on streets. Goa also features a rich wine culture.

HOW TO REACH GOA

• By Rail
  Main railway stations of Goa is situated in Margao. While Madgaon railway station is about 40 km far away from Panjim, Vasco da Gama railway is about 30 km away. These railway stations are connected with Mumbai and other cities of India . Regular trains are operated from Delhi for Madgaon, some popular trains are Sampark Kranti Express and Trivandrum Express. 
   
• By Road
  Tourists can reach Goa through roadways as number of buses are operated. Kadamba Bus stand of Panaji is the main bus terminal of Goa.
   
• By Air
  The Dabolim Airport is the only airport in Goa which is situated about 30 kms from the south of Panaji. The airport provides both domestic and international flight services. Flight is the fastest way to reach Goa. Travellers can choose from Jet Airways, Indigo, Spice Jet, and GoAir which offer best deals of air tickets.
   
• By Sea
  Well, there is another means of transport available in Goa and that is by sea route. Tourists can also opt for ferry services that are also excellent when it comes to commuting in Goa. There are some shipping companies that provide boat services from Mumbai to Panaji.