THE ROAD LESS TRAVELLED
KNOWN FOR ITS PRISTINE SANDY
BEACHES AND BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS, GOA DOESN'T FAIL TO MESMERISE, NO MATTER WHAT
TIME OF THE YEAR YOU DECIDE TO VISIT
There's nothing better than
spending a long weekend on some of the most beautiful beaches in Goa, enjoying
the sunset, devouring great local cuisine and feeling completely rejuvenated.
This tiny emerald on the west coast of India has become quite a tourist
paradise and the numbers just keep increasing every year. Here are some of the
hidden gems in Goa you simply can't miss out on.
BUTTERFLY BEACH
Inaccessible by road Named
after the throngs of colourful butterflies fluttering around here, Butterfly
Beach is a hidden beach located about 37 kilometres from Margao. Heavily
forested on all sides, the beach is accessible to avid hikers, who have to
spend two hours hiking to reach here. Others can arrive here by boat from the
close-by Palolem Beach. Due to its inaccessibility by road, this beach is
almost completely deserted and doesn't even house too many shops, which is why
travellers are advised to carry all the essentials.Adorned with golden sands
and translucent shallow waters, the shore is littered with crabs and goldfishes
during low tides. This is a paradise for early risers as sea urchins, sea
cucumbers and redfish can be sighted early in the morning. The beach is also
popular for the playful dolphins swimming around it. Boasting of a
breathtakingly beautiful sunset, this beach must be visited for a truly magical
experience with nature.
HOLLANT BEACH
Only Goan beach from where
one can see a sunrise Taking into consideration that Goa is on the west coast
of India, Hollant Beach is the only beach in Goa from where you can view a
stunning and gorgeous sunrise. This beach offers splendid and scenic views of
the surroundings as it is nestled along the lush green foothills of the Western
Ghats. It looks even more alluring during high tide, when you can see the
freshwater of a nearby stream merge into the salty seawater. Since there are no
strong currents, the clear waters near this beach are completely safe for
enthusiastic swimmers. Located about seven kilometres from Vasco city, there
are no major hotels found here.
VELSAO BEACH
Tranquil rejuvenation About
26 kilometres from the capital city of Panaji, Velsao Beach is a bewitching
one, enclosed by thick coconut trees and a tranquil atmosphere.Showing off a
lovely stretch of soft, silky white sand, the beach is infected with intriguing
shells and even starfish.An apt and rejuvenating experience, the calm and
soothing breeze, along with the cool sand between your toes are the best
remedies to recharge yourself. Sunbathing, strolling along the beach and
relaxing are just some of the activities here, along with water sports for the
venturesome traveller. The beach offers a quiet getaway from the monotones of
life, where there are hardly any tourists or hawkers to pester you. One of the
most picturesque beaches in Goa--the beach draws you in the lap of nature for a
refreshing retreat.
SIRIDAO BEACH
Beachcombing at its best
Located close to Panaji, this beach is heaven for shell collectors, who would
love to dig, explore and scavenge the beach. The large number of oyster and
pearl shells make for an interesting beachcombing experience. The Chapel of
Jesus of Nazareth is an extremely popular attraction here, drawing in thousands
of devotees during the Holy Week of Easter. There are also a large number of
mystery caves, which can be explored by thrill and adventure seekers. The jagged
rocks and azure blue waters are a picturesque sight to behold. This beach is
the ideal destination for people looking for myriad shells and for those daring
and dauntless travellers looking for their next adventure.
SINQUERIM BEACH
Sporty history Located 13
kilometres from Panaji, Sinquerim Beach is one of the most magnificent beaches
in Goa with pristine sand and cool lapping waters.Near the beach is the
imposing Aguada Fort, a famous landmark with its fascinating ruins and a
freshwater spring that feeds the water reserve, giving the fort its name. This
beach also caters to a number of water sports like parasailing, water-skiing,
wind surfing and also scuba diving. This destination is the perfect blend of
history, sports and scenic beauty.
Isha Mody Response mumbai
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