Church of St. Cejatan Bambolim Beach Mangueshi Temple
This is one of the most famous
churches in Goa. The church
possesses a very strong
resemblance with the popular
St. Peters Basilica church
located in Rome. A short 7km away from
Panjim, this beach is a little
gem hidden from popular
touristic eyes. This is of
good help in maintaing the
serene and pristine nature
of the beach. This is a temple dedicated
to Lord Mangueshi, a form
of Shiva which is
recognized only in Goa. A
major tourist attraction in
the state, the Mangueshi
Temple is a great place for
those of you who want a
taste of authentic Goan life
away from the westernised
beaches.
Butterfly Beach
It is one of the secret beaches
in Goa which is hidden from
the eyes of many. Butterflies
come here in hordes when
trees are full bloom.
Undoubtedly, this makes for a
breathtakingly beautiful scene,
if you go during the right
season i.e springs.
Verna Springs
It is popularly known as
Kesarval Springs, are located
near the Verna Cliffs, hence
the name. 'Kesarval', on the
other hand, is a reference to
the days of old when
eagles(kesar-val) had a nesting
ground near the springs.
Fort Tiracol
It is the greatest tourist
attractions of Goa. This
particular Fort has played a
huge role in the freedom fight.
Mapusa Friday
Market
This is a great market to
visit if you are planning on
staying in Goa for a longer
period of time. The Mapusa
Friday Market is essentially
a local farmer's market.
Naval Aviation
Museum
It is one of the two military
museums in India and
overall one of the best
museums you can visit in
India. If you are on a trip
with the kids, do not give
this museum a miss.
Lamgau Caves
It is one of the hidden Goa
tourist places, Lamgau
Caves are made up of two
man-made caves which
were meant to be a
residence for monks.
Dona Paula
A small beach with a tragic
history involving love and
suicide, the Dona Paula
Beach is the closest tourist
spot from Panjim. It offers
plenty of to do in terms of
water sports and
sightseeing.
Salim Ali Bird
Sanctuary
The Salim Ali Bird
Sanctuary is so named after
India's top ornithologist. It
is a hidden gem that not
many people visit but it
makes for a top sight-
seeing place in Goa.