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PANJIM

If there is a place in India that has Portuguese cultural influence to its core, there is none other than Panjim. Adorned with numerous churches, monuments and temples, Panjim is one of the most quintessential capitals any Indian state has got. Once a small village of fishermen with coconut trees, is now a tourism hub. Located on the shore of Mandovi River (the lifeline of Goa), the capital city cherishes a tropical monsoon climate. The name Panjim is said to have come from Portuguese however the local name is Panaji. Best suited for weekend getaway, there are around 38 beaches that thrill the tourists from different parts of the globe.

PLACE TO VISIT

Reis Magos Fort, Fontainhas, Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, Shantadurga Temple, Deltin Royale, Se Cathedral, Miramar Beach, Patnem-Colomb Beach, Mandovi River, St Cajetan’s Church, Dr Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Bombolim Beach, Church and Monastery of St Augustine, Chapel of Our Lady of the Mount, Coco Beach, Vainguinim Beach

PALOLEM

Nature has adorned Cananoca city of Goa with pristine Palolem beach which is visited by a huge international crowd. Reviewed as one of the most splendid beaches, the beach is spread in an area of around 1.61km. The crescent shape of the beach makes it unique and if you stand in the middle, you can get the view of the entire beach. This picture-perfect beach offers opportunities for kayaking and paddle-boarding.

PLACE TO VISIT

Palolem beach, Palolem Island Reserve, Butterfly Beach

SINQUERIM

Just a 14Km scenic drive from Panjim and Sinquerim welcomes you with a calm and relaxing climate. Packed with thrilling water-adventure activities such as scuba diving, skiing, fishing, parasailing, windsurfing, Sinquerim Beach is one of the most impressive beaches Goa has been jeweled with. Its location close to Aguada Beach and Aguada Fort makes it traveler’s favorite.

PLACE TO VISIT

Aguada Fort, Sinquerim Beach

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