North Goa - 13 Attractions You Must Visit
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About North Goa
Bordered by two states and the Arabian Sea, area in Goa that resisted Portugese invasion till 18th century.Types of Attractions in North Goa
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Aguada FortA well preserved 17th-century fort along with a lighthouse overlooking the Arabian sea. It was a reference point for the vessels coming from Europe at that time. A freshwater spring within the fort provided water supply to the ships that used to stop by. This is how the fort got its name: Aguada, meaning Water.
Forts
Anjuna BeachPart of a 30 kilometers extended beach coastline along the west coast of Goa by the Arabian sea. In some parts of the beach, you will be able to see an array of red laterite rocks protruding out to the sea.
Beaches
Baga BeachLong sandy beach packed with shacks, resorts and fishing boats. Quieter and isolated, it stands among high hills and deep blue Arabian Sea.
Beaches
Basilica of Bom JesusThe Basilica is partially in ruins but still a model of elegance, and a fine example of Jesuit architecture. This is the only church in Old Goa, which is unplastered on the outside. The lime plaster which existed earlier was stripped off by a zealous Portuguese conservationist in 1950. The church contains the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.
Churches
Calangute BeachCalangute beach is the largest in North Goa. The beach offers water sport activities like parasailing and water skiing, among others.
Beaches
Water Ski Spots
Parasailing Spots
Candolim Beach, GoaCandolim is a census town in North Goa ,and is a tourist destination. It is less congested and has better planned than the other beaches of Goa
Beaches
Chapora BeachWhite sands, black lava rocks, sapphire expanse, and shaking palms. One of the most favorite beaches of Goa, with plenty of shacks and restaurants around.
Beaches
Chapora FortThis ancient fort in North Goa offers splendid views of the adjoining Vagator beach and overlooks the Arabian Sea from all angles.
Beaches
Forts
Goa MuseumThe museum has over 8,000 artifacts on display, including stone sculptures, wooden objects, carvings, bronzes, paintings, manuscripts, rare coins, and anthropological objects. The main focus is on Ancient History and Archaeology, Art and Craft, and Geology.
Museums
Mandrem BeachWhite sand beach with clear water. Quiet and peaceful, the view of Mandrem Beach is special during high tide time when the sea water rushes into the Mandrem Creek.
Beaches
Reis Magos FortSurrounded by sturdy laterite walls studded with typically Portuguese turrets, it was erected in 1551 to protect the narrowest point at the mouth of the Mandovi river. It was used as a residence for viceroys and later converted to a fortress.
Forts
Salim Ali Bird SanctuaryAn estuarine mangrove habitat declared as a Bird sanctuary. The sanctuary is named after Salim Ali, the eminent Indian Ornithologist. Accessed by a ferry service running between Ribander and ChorĂ£o, it sanctuary has a paved walk that runs between mangroves.
Bird Sanctuaries
Se CathedralBuilt to commemorate the victory of the Portuguese under Afonso de Albuquerque over a Muslim army, leading to the capture of the city of Goa in 1510. Since the day of the victory happened to be on the feast of Saint Catherine, the cathedral was dedicated to her.
Churches
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