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| Ashwem Beach |
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| Crowning Glory of Goa |
Ever fantasized about a holiday where the relentless splashing of waves never ends, the rays of the sun brings a smile on your face, the sand under your feet stretches endlessly, the assortment of food served never fails to excite you and the party on the beach just doesn’t end.
Welcome to GOA, a small state in India which unveils every bit of influence left by the Portuguese during the 500 year rule.
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| Heaven on earth |
Culture:
The Goans generally communicate in Konkani & English, Portuguese is also known by a small segment, especially the elite.
The popular celebrations starts with the Hindu Diwali encompass the entire spectrum of Christmas, New Year, Sigma and Carnival.
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| Chapel of St. Francis Xavier, Goa |
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| Red Hot calamari |
The Goan dietary likings are heavily influenced due to the presence of the nearby ocean. Rice and fish/prawn curry is the staple diet. Coconut and it's by products are also widely used. Sorpotel - often accompanied by "sanna" - a spongy, white, and slightly sweet steamed rice and coconut bread, Pork, vegetable stew, a rich egg-based sweet Bebinca is preferred during Christmas while Kaju Feni tops the alcoholic's list.
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| Ashwen Beach - North Goa |
Famous for/as: Beaches
Languages: English, Konkani, Hindi
Best Season: Oct - Mar
Weather: Summer 23-40°C, Winter 20-23°C
Altitude: 0 m
Pincode: 403xxx
STD code: 0832
Travel within the city:
2 wheelers are the best mode of transportation withing Goa - They cost around Rs 400 per day, excluding petrol expenses., cars however do operate causing a chaos within the narrow lanes.
Beaches:
The very mention of seashore with white sand stretches, incessant waves, palm and coconut trees ever flowing drinks and mouth-watering delicacies are sure to bring the images of Goa to one’s mind. The beaches of Goa are the main draw, which attract the tourists worldwide to this small state.
Beaches i have visited: Ashwem, Baga, Calangute, Morjim, Vagator, Varca, Anjuna: Some of the Best Beaches in Goa.
Palolem, Agonda are the more secluded beaches - in South Goa.
The recent surge of adventure activities has provided a new dimension to these beaches where apart from the soothing ocean winds and relaxing waves various adrenalin pumping activities such as Parasailing, Paragliding, Water surfing, Banana and Ringo rides, Diving, Dolphin and crocodile watching etc have become a part of the tour itinerary. The beaches are clean and well maintained and the presence of Life Guards at all times is sure to boost the confidence of the wave watchers.
Shopping:
Saturday Arpora Nigh Market, Anjuna’s Wednesday market, Colva’s Sunday market, Ingo’s Saturday night market, Velha Goa galleria, Government Emporium and scores of different markets are usually flooded with crowds enjoying the festive atmosphere and indulging in some binge shopping on the spur.
Shopping for sarongs, little trinkets, jhola bags and funky jewelry is what the city's flea markets and night markets are for.
Nightlife:
Check out Ingo's Night Bazaar, Anjuna's Market, Tito's, Kamaki, Mambo's, Congo Lounge, and Geoffreys for more information.
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| Cafe Lila |
There are several options for your stay in the city, but make sure you make your bookings in advance as the sandy beaches attracts tourists round the year specially around christmas and new year.
