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Variously known as "Pearl of the Orient" and a "Tourist Paradise", Goa, on the west coast of India is a land of swaying palms, miles of golden sands, lush greenery, an incredible cultural heritage, magnificent churches, temples and monuments and a unique cultural synthesis of the east and west.
Best time to visit:
October to March.
Beaches:
Anjuna, Arambol, Baga, Calangute, Agonda, Vagator etc…
Wildlife/ Bird Sanctuaries:
Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
Fairs & Festivals:
Kalas Utsav, Novidade, Zatra of Shri Shantadurga, Bonderam Festival, Goa Carnival
Throughout India: Holi, Diwali, Dusshera.
Sports and adventure:
Surfing, sailing, water skiing, scuba diving
Shopping:
Handicrafts; brassware, terracotta, shell work, crochet, carved furniture, bamboo work, papier-mache. Cashewnuts; plain, salted or masala. Gold jewellery.
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