Goa

Goa, the smallest state of India, it appears but like a big dot on the western shoreline of the country. A lazy and beautiful place, the open air, mesmerizing beaches and peaceful surroundings attract as many as 2.5 million tourists every year, with high numbers of foreign tourists.

Honeymooners always relish the prospect of spending the first few days of their married life in one of India’s most relaxing and naturally blessed states, Goa. The 85 km long beach line of the state makes for the most bustled areas in the state. These beaches include the Calangute, Anjuna, Miramar, Vagator, Baga Beach, Aguada, and Colva.

Being a historical Portuguese Colony, Goa quiet vibrantly reflects the Portuguese cultures in every aspect. There are several historical ancient Churches throughout the state. The most popular being the Basilica of Bom Jesus, Mary Immaculate Conception, Se Cathedral, St Anne’s Church, Church of St Augustine, and Reis Magos Church.

To make your trip even more memorable, all romance seekers can opt to explore the state on motorbikes, both geared and un-geared. These are available on rent from various centers around the town.

While during the day it’s time for beaches and Churches, Goa is also well known for its night life, clubs and pubs, where you can chill out, dance, and enjoy some good food. For the adventure seeking couples, you can go paragliding and kites surfing too.

Goa is also a shopper’s delight. From handicrafts, cashew nuts, books, clothes, and furniture, there is plenty that you can now purchase from its markets. Also, when it comes to food, you can get some of the best sea food at many shacks along the beaches. This food is amazingly reasonable and no where around the country can you find prawns and kingfish that tastes as rich as here.

Well connected by road rail and air, tourists flock this paradise all throughout the year. There is only one airport in Goa at Dabolim Airport in Vasco Da Gama. Many trains ply here from all major cities of the country including Mumbai, Delhi, Ahmadabad, Bangalore, and others.