Top 5 Attractions of Goa in 2020
1. Spice Plantations in Ponda Goa
Spice Plantations located around Ponda should not be missed while visiting Goa. The place is well suited for the cultivation of Spices due to tropical climate and dense forests. The spice farms will gives the visitors a splendid scenic atmosphere. Also you can enjoy the trip with spicy lunch there.
Among the spice farms, Savoi Plantation is highly praised with its awe inspiring locations and can be arrived there by a delightful journey through dense forests and hills from Ponda. Others notable plantations include Sahakari Farm, Pascol Farm, Abyss Spice Plantations and the Tropical Spice farms. Accommodations and lodging facilities for tourists are also available in the place. Other entertainment activities such as elephant riding and boat riding are also accessible in several farms.
2. Wildlife Sanctuaries in Goa Information
Goa is so popular to the world for its beaches and churches. But the state is not just limited to beaches and churches; we can also found several Wildlife Sanctuaries in the state along the hilly Western Ghats, which is an abode to a range of different birds and animals. Wildlife Sanctuaries in Goa Information, accounts about 20% of whole Goa. They will be opened to the visitors all days, even though the months from October to March are best to visit.
The two major sanctuaries of the state include Bhagwan Mahavir and Cotigao. Mollem National Park is a part of Bhagwan Mahvir, where the striking Dudhsagar Falls is located. In Dudhsagar Falls, the water falls down from a massive height during the last days of monsoon season, which is worth a watch. There are also several home stays, resorts and mud huts available in both of the sanctuaries for tourists. In addition to that, Goa Forest Department is also providing lodging facilities.
3. Old Goa, Places to Visit
Old Goa is located just miles away from the capital city Panaji. In olden days, Old Goa is known as the Portuguese capital of Goa India and still today the remains are found with handful of impressive churches and cathedrals. They are also the largest in Asia though. Some of the olden structures have now become archeological museums, and that presents an interesting exhibition of Goa's history.
One of the top attractive structures in Old Goa is the Convent and Church of Saint Francis of Assisi, constructed in 1521. The structure was located just opposite to the famous Basilica of Bom Jesus, which holds the sealed leftovers of the body of Saint Frances Xavier, who an honored missionary and the patron saint of Old Goa. The body of Saint Frances Xavier is shown to the public within a gap of every 10 years. Last exhibition was happened in 2004 and the next exhibition should be conducted in 2014.
4. Anjuna Flea Market
The Anjuna flea market attracts different people around the Goa state as well as travelers, which was held on the southern part of Anjuna Beach in all Wednesdays from morning to evening. However, the market was closed during the monsoon season. Anjuna Flea Market consists of more than 500 stalls with a huge variety of goods with good deals. The prices are also negotiable and you should also make sure that the products purchased should be bargain. After the shopping, you can visit the Curly's beach shack and saw a peaceful sunset there. The Saturday night market in Arpora is further attraction here that offers some entertainment in the form of live music concerts and also with diverse range of food.
5. Panaji, Places to Visit
Panaji is the capital city of the state, is popularly called as a heritage location for visitors. Panaji is located on the left bank of the Mandovi River. People can observe many churches and further architectural wonders erected in old-fashioned Gothic style. The well-known constructions include a church dedicated to our Lady of Immaculate Conception and the Chapel of St. Sebastian. Other attractions of this panaji city includes the Goa State Museum, amazing Secretariat building and the great statue of Abbe Faria.