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Goa is lively and
modern, with many western style entertainments. there is a
choice of luxurious hotels with plenty of night life, or
simplicity and tranquility in one of the inexpensive, clean
and comfortable rooms with their own charm, right on the
beach. The Portuguese influenced food is mouthwatering. Choose
massive fish steaks fresh from the sea or a wide and delicious
choice of both continental and Indian dishes. Panaji, the
capital, is an easy-going town with Portuguese styled cafes,
whitewashed churches and overhanging balconies; a delight
after your journey. Old Goa, east of Panaji, was once the
capital of the eastern Portuguese Empire.
Now, it is little more than a fascinating small village
surrounded by huge convents and churches dedicated to the zeal
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including the Convent and Church of St. Francis of Assisi and the
famous Basilica of Bom Jesus. The mortal remains of St. Francis
Xavier, who spread Christianity among the subjects of the Portuguese
colonies, are entombed here. Which beach to choose from along the
100km long coastline of silvery sand. Possibly Colva with its warm
turquoise sea and fishermen hauling in their nets by hand in the
clear morning light as they chant an ancient sea song; or maybe
sophisticated Aguada, with its jet-set beach and sixteenth century
fort.
Try the experience of a full-moon party at Anjuna, or mingle with
the variety of people in Calangute selling handicrafts, jewellery
and modern fabrics. Enjoy the old Portuguese fort in Chapora,
surrounded by secluded and sandy beaches and dense green coconut
palms. Visit all the beaches or just adopt one and make it your
home. Wild boar and sambar in their natural habitat in the hills of
the Western Ghats can be seen in Bondla, one of the Goan wildlife
sanctuaries. In addition, the region is justly famous for its many
colourful festivals, including Mardi Gras, celebrated with Christian
fervour. There are so many delights in Western India and so many
glorious choices; from the vibrant life of commercial Bombay to the
home of the indomitable Mahatma Gandhi then down to the peace and
magic of sunny Goa - the choice is yours. As a matter of fact the
Goa is for relaxation and experience the idyllic peace. If you have
ever dreamt of a warm land of space and light, where the beaches
stretch for silvery miles, where the glittering sea always beckons
you, where the people are always smiling, where the succulent juice
from a bite of ripe pineapples or papaya drips on your hot skin as
you luxuriate lazily on the white sand, then Goa, a fascinating
blend of Latin and Indian cultures, will be a place where the wish
to linger will be overpowering.
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