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Arambol Beach
Arambol beach, located at Pernem taluk in North Goa district,
about 50kms from Panaji, is a vast stretch of golden sand interspersed
with rocky headlands. It is Goa's northernmost beach. Arambol comprises
of two beaches and the bigger one is known as the Harmal beach. The second,
more picturesque beach lies beyond the rocky headband and can only be
reached on foot and is bordered by steep cliffs on both sides. The sea
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Anjuna Beach
The Village of Anjuna in north Goa is a five square mile
enclosure nestling between the Arabian Sea and the hill overlooking the
beach. Anjuna beach is one the most popular beaches of Goa situated 8
km west of Mapusa and 18 km from the capital Panaji. The beach is known
for its palm trees, soft sands and natural beauty. One attraction of the
Anjuna beach is the Wednesday flea market where one can buy anything from
bikes to second hand goods. More
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Calangute Beach
 Calangute
beach, popularly known as the 'Queen of the Goan Beaches', is located
16kms from Panaji. It was the hippies who discovered this pristine beach
in the late 60s. Calangute beach covers several sub-beaches, including
Baga and Anjuna beaches. Here some palm trees provide patchy shades to
the visitors. This long beach has a host of facilities to cater to visitors,
including water sports such as para sailing, water-skiing and wind
surfing. At times undercurrent at this beach may be strong, then swimming
is not recommended. More
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Colva Beach
Colva beach lies about 39kms from Panaji and 6 km west
of Margao at Salecete district. It is the most crowded beach in the South
Goa circuit. The warm and calm sea beach is a visitors paradise with 40km
of uninterrupted white and golden sand fringed with coconut palms. Here
you can get a moped for rent. The water is safe for swimming. The beach
is equipped with all modern amenities like air-conditioned resort complexes,
tourist cottages, discos, bar shacks, seashell artifact stalls, refreshment
stalls, eateries and guest houses. The Church of Our Lady Of Mercy famed
for the miracle statue of Menino Jesus (Child Jesus) is located here.
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Dona Paula Beach
Dona Paula Beach, one of the popular tourist destination
associated with romance and myth, is situated at a distance of 7kms from
Panaji, North Goa. The beach is named after the daughter of a viceroy
in colonial India, Dona Paula de Menzes who threw herself off the cliff,
when refused permission to marry a local fisherman, Gaspar Dias. The place
is also known as 'Lovers Paradise'. This small palm fringed beach with
casuarina groves is very peaceful. Dona Paula beach offers a wide range
of water sports to the tourists including motorboat rides, water scooter,
windsurfing, parasailing, water-skiing, toboggan ski-biscuit, skibob,
sports fishing, snorkeling, harpoon fishing, kayaking and yachting. The
National Oceanography Institute that provides a world of information on
marine biology is situated within the premises of Dona Paula Beach. The
major attraction of the institute is its Marine Biology Museum and Taxonomy
Reference Center. The official residence of the Governor of Goa, known
as Cabo Raj Bhavan is situated on the westernmost tip of Dona Paula. More
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Miramar Beach
The beautiful Miramar Beach originally known as Gasper
Dias Beach is located about 3kms from Panaji, North Goa and a km away
from Dona Paula. It lies adjoining the estuary of the river Mandovi as
it opens into the Arabian sea. This lovely golden beach of soft sand lined
with palm trees is ideal for evening walks. The Miramar beach provides
an excellent view of the Aguada fort. More
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Baga Beach
Located 15kms north of Panaji, in Baga Village is the
small but perfect Baga beach. Baga beach is a part of the Calangute beach
which is connected to each other by a 3 km long road. Visited by thousands
of tourists annually but comparatively quieter, this pretty, crescent
shape beach is mainly known as a fishing coast.
Nestled by a rocky, wooded headland, the coast line of Baga, starts at
Fort Aguada continues as the Sinquerim beach, followed by the beaches
of Candolim, Calangute and then merges into Baga beach. Then again it
continues as Anjuna Beach and then Vagator and finally ends at Chapora
Beach and Fort.
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Palolem Beach
Palolem Beach is Goa's southern most beach also known
as 'Paradise Beach'. It is situated at Canacona district, about 37kms
from Margoa and 70kms from Panaji. The beach is a curved stretch of white
sand, backed by palm groves and low, green mountains. The water is shallow
and warm, with very little surf and offers safe swimming. The beach offers
trips to watch dolphins and is one of the favourite site for overnight
beach picnics. Beautiful beach huts and family rooms are provided for
accommodation. The Cancona railway station is just 3kms from the beach.
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Aguada beach
 Aguada
beach is situated in North Goa about 4km from the Sinquerim beach. The
beach attracts tourist from all over the world with its exotic tropical
beauty, powdery golden sand and stunning vista of blue marine waters.
The main highlights here are the historical edifice, Fort Aguada built
by the Portuguese in the 16th century and the Reis Magos Fort.
Vagator Beach
Vagator beach at the north end of the Calangute beach attained popularity
because of its seclusion. This beautiful beach, lined with coconut groves
and palm trees is located at Bardez taluk, around 22 Km north of Panaji
and 9kms from Mapusa. The beauty of the beach is further enhanced by the
Chapora Fort which makes the entrance to the bay. Here one can witness
the seawater changing colors from aquamarine to emerald and the Goan fishermen
in their traditional attire getting ready to venture into the sea or coming
back with their day's catch. Situated close to the Anjuna beach, the picturesque
Vagator beach is a favourite venue for mid night parties during the tourist
season. More
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