Best Winter Vacation in Goa


The choice of holiday destination is endless, but once you choose the sun-kissed sea-shores, the exotic beaches and the supple road-ways, go Goa. The cold whether will turn warm and the disturbed life will hold peace, with a vacation in Goa. This paradise on the earth is sprayed with the 16th century Portugal culture, which is still prevalent among the Goan. The state is far away from the crowd of metro life style and is blessed with the calming sight of cottage shaded with sky-touching trees. The smooth streets are constructed with decorating street lights and fountain. The place is largely pre-occupied by Christianity and as such a number of churches can be viewed at a glance.

A worth spending winter days in Goa lies in a visit to the place of interest like the capital city, Panaji, the Mapusa town in North Goa, Mormugao in South Goa district, the commercial town Margao, and Vasco da Gama a small city in West Goa. Though the state is the smallest one in India, it is popular for treasuring a number of beaches.

The frequently visited beaches in Goa are the Anjuna Beach, Baga Beach, Colva Beach and Dona Paula Beach.

Other beaches like the Candolim Beach, Miramar Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Benaulim Beach are also visited by the tourist.

The main attraction of Goa lies in its outstanding historic churches, water sports and spa. The holy spot like Basilica of Bom Jesus, Se Cathedral, The Church of St. Alex Curtorim and Church of St. Francis of Assisi have the magical appeal of enchanting one's heart and mind. In addition to these, the place also treasures a number of missionaries and convent learning centers. All the churches were built during 16th to 17th century and witness the ruling dynasties of Portuguese and British Rulers. The construction clearly depicts the unique blend of Renaissance and Baroque styles. This influential style can be easily understood with a glimpse of the local houses and their interiors.

Life in Goa is full of wonderful activities. A long drive into the old Goa facilitates a study of the ancient collection and works done by the bygone eras. An early morning walk in the bank of the sea will provide you some interesting sight of fisherman's struggle with hooty,( a small boat) so as to fill his basket with fresh fishes. Many people recline on the sandy place and enjoy the roaring sea waves. Kids have fun with collecting the conch shells and star fish which comes on to the palm on every stroke of the waves. As the sun rise, the bank gets a beeline image of several tourist enjoying the cold drinks and the soothing sun rays. Adventure lovers get engaged with the variety of water sports like the para-sailing, jet-skiing, wind-surfing and boat racing. Many enthusiast plays a breathe-taking sport of Scuba-diving and Snorkeling. Many visitors also wander around the Cotigao Wild Life sanctuary of the state and satisfy their thirst of watching wild life within the jungle.

The beach turns into a festive area with till the sun sets down. Celebration become the buzzword and the clubs and bars gets clogged with consumers. The concert arranged in open air, under the dark sky arrange a temporary disco center. Where waiter gets busy with serving rice and fried prom fret, customers turns crazy with dancing and having local liquor, fenny. The beat moment in Goa starts from the eve of Christmas and continues till the end days of February. The party stretches till the the famous Goa Carnival which showcases the cultural historical of Goa. The festival takes place with the best preparation of feast and fun thereby exposing their skill in dance, music, drama, art and culture of participants from all across the world.

A winter vacation jitters with a enjoying the some precious moments in Goa Cruises. The mesmerizing sea, when gets a touch of the sunset or moonlit, calls for a merry-making time in Pearl of the Orient,the luxury Star Cruises, Blackwater thrill sailing along the riverside tip of Dr. Salim Ali's Bird Sanctuary and the graceful Dolphin Fantasy Cruises

Other than the chic shopping centers in Goa, the place is also popular for beach shopping. Vendors arrange their shopping stalls in queue and outbid in their best way to grab tourist attention. The carry the collection of ethnic and contemporary jewelery, products crafted with conch-shells and many more must buy articles. The people in Goa are known all over the world for their unique style of living. Their personality is as attractive as the place and their life is as relaxing as the as its sea-beaches. A winter tour in Goa is the best way to explore their life and living. The place has become a popular romantic destination of the newly married couples.


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