5 Things to do on your first trip to Goa.
1.
Enjoy the Beaches!
Well lets face it, if you’re in Goa you
have probably come here to for the beaches. And even if you’re not, well they
can’t really be ignored. The calangute beach in north Goa is the perfect place
to start. It is very easily accessible, by public transport or even if you are
driving down. There is a whole range of accommodation from shacks by the beach
to luxury hotels like the grand goa.
2. Try the food!
Goa is well known for having a unique
cuisine. The state being predominantly catholic and also a Portuguese colony is
known for its preparations of fish and pork, hence making it a meal-lovers
paradise in an otherwise predominantly vegetarian country. Apart from this
local sweets like Bibincaand Dodol are also very popular. Due
to the large number of international tourists, continental food is never
far away with most hotels offering an international cuisine.
3. Visit Churches and Historical Sites!
Before being annexed by the Indian armed
forces in 1961, goa was a Portuguese colony for 451 years. Hence it has been
endowed with as architecture unique to the state. These beautiful Portuguese
styled churches and forts and a sight worth seeing in Goa. Popular tourist
attraction are the Basicila of Bom Jesus and Se Cathedral de Santa Catharina.
4. Go shopping!
Goa is well known for its flea markets all
along the beaches, Calangute itself it a good place to start, with everything
from road side stalls to high end boutiques in the vicinity. The Anjuna flea
market open every Wednesday is also a good place to shop, here you mostly find
beach wear, jewelry and souvenirs, but remember to bargain!
5. Rent a Bike!
The roads in goa are known for being narrow
and public transport is not always available. So if you want to explore the
beautiful state, the best is on a bike. They are easily available and very
cheap to rent, the hotel will usually be able to help you out in that matter.
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