ABOUT GOA:

• Gorgeous Goa, the tiny tropical paradise tucked away on the western coast of the Indian.
• Peninsula is endowed with exceptional scenic beauty and rich cultural heritage.
• Goa has lured mankind since time immemorial, it was referred as ‘Goyem’ by the ‘Mundaris’, one of the oldest tribes of the world.
• Aryans named it the ‘Garden of Shepherds’, while the enraptured European travellers called it the ‘Goa Dourada’ or the ‘Golden Goa’.
• Western influence is quite evident in various facts of Goan lifestyle that abounds with Indian mythology.
• Very name ‘Goa’, spells sun, sea, sand and socegado (feeling of peace and fun).
• Pristine beauty is quite inebriating, everything is so special and unique that no visitor can escape the magical charm of Goa.
• Coastline extending for about 125 kms, and a stretch of about 83 kms of silvery palm-fringed beaches.
• The State has emerged as a virtual paradise for the nature lovers and water sports enthusiasts.
• State is also dotted with ancient forts, ruins, mansions, churches, temples and tombs etc.
• Numerous fairs and festivals as well as weekly markets show cases the rich cultural heritage of the region.
• As one reaches this colourful State, what strikes you first is the easy going, fun-loving, free and tolerant Goan life style.
• Impact of Portuguese rule is distinctly evident.
• Goans are very proud of their culture and their love for music, dance, food and festivities is legendary.

INFORMATION:

• Capital: Panaji
• Area: 3,702 sq. kms.
• Population: 14,58,545 (2011)
• Languages: Konkani, Marathi
• Best Season: October to March
• Famous For: Beaches, Seafood & Feni, Churches, Cashews.
• Climate (Temperature):
  • Winter (January and February): 20⁰ C to 32⁰ C
  • Pre Monsoon (March, April and May): 23⁰ C to 33⁰ C
  • Monsoon (June, July, August and September): 24⁰ C to 30⁰ C
  • Post Monsoon (October, November and December): 21⁰ C to 33⁰ C