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Country
India
Continent
Asia
Airport
GOI
Currency
Indian rupee
Time zone
UTC+5:30
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A state, not a city
A Goa beach holiday, the easy way into India
Goa is not a city but India's smallest state. Its capital is Panaji, also called Panjim, and its largest city is Vasco da Gama. For many travelers, a Goa beach holiday is the easiest first taste of India: sandy beaches, casual beachwear, alcohol widely available and comfortable places to stay. It also pairs well with a trip to Kerala or Rajasthan.
What sets Goa apart is its past. It is the only Indian state shaped by Portuguese rule, which lasted from 1510 to 1961. That history shows in its baroque churches, pastel villas, bread and a large Christian community, and in "susegad", the local art of taking life slowly.
Pick your coast
North Goa or South Goa?
| North Goa | South Goa | |
|---|---|---|
| Mood | Nightlife, markets and parties | Calm and quiet bays |
| Beaches | Baga, Calangute, Anjuna, Arambol | Palolem, Patnem, Agonda, Colva, Varca |
| Best for | Water sports, the Anjuna flea market on Wednesdays | Couples, yoga and luxury resorts |
The north, beach by beach
Baga is the place for nightlife and water sports, Calangute is the largest and most commercial beach, and Anjuna is the bohemian hub, with its trance parties and Wednesday flea market. Further north, Arambol has gentle waves and a freshwater lake, a good choice for families.
The south
Crescent bays and silent discos
Palolem, Patnem, Agonda
Palolem is a crescent bay known for its silent-disco nights. Next door, Patnem is quieter, with a focus on yoga, and Agonda is a peaceful favorite of couples. Varca is lined with luxury resorts.
Old Goa
Baroque churches listed by UNESCO
The Churches and Convents of Goa were listed by UNESCO in 1986. The Basilica of Bom Jesus, consecrated in 1605, holds the relics of St Francis Xavier, which are brought out for public exposition about every ten years; his feast is celebrated on 3 December. Nearby, the Se Cathedral, seat of the Archbishop, is described as one of the largest churches in Asia.
Old Goa was once a large city before epidemics emptied it, and the capital moved to Panaji in 1843. In Panaji, walk through the Fontainhas quarter. On the coast, Fort Aguada is a 17th-century Portuguese fort.
Inland
Dudhsagar Falls in the Western Ghats
Away from the beaches, Dudhsagar is a four-tier waterfall over 300 m high in the Western Ghats, about 60 km from Panaji. Walking along the railway track is banned and fined.
Goan food
Vindaloo, xacuti and feni
Goan cooking is built on rice and fish, with ingredients the Portuguese brought: cashew, pineapple, chilli and potato. There are two traditions. Hindu cooking is pescatarian, with tamarind and coconut oil, while Catholic cooking uses toddy vinegar and pork.
Try vindaloo, sorpotel, xacuti, cafreal and balchao, finish with bebinca, and taste feni.
Getting there
Two airports for Goa
Dabolim
The older airport, 4 km from Vasco da Gama and roughly 30 km from Panaji. The northern beaches are about 45 minutes away and the southern ones about an hour.
Manohar International (Mopa)
The newer airport, about 60 km from Dabolim, best placed for northern beaches such as Ashwem, Morjim and Vagator.
Renting a scooter is a common way to get around, and local buses are very cheap. Goa can also be reached from Mumbai on the Konkan Railway in 7 to 9 hours.
When to go
When to go to Goa?
November to March
The dry season and the best time for the beach. January is the driest month, with an average of about 25 degrees C. Christmas and New Year are the busiest weeks, so book early.
April and May
Hot and humid, with temperatures above 35 degrees C.
June to September
The monsoon brings most of the year's rain, July being the wettest month. Many beach shacks close, so avoid this season for the beach.
All year
The sea stays warm, around 29 to 31 degrees C.
Festivals and markets
Carnival, feasts and weekly markets
The Goa Carnival takes place over the three days before Ash Wednesday, celebrated in Panaji, Margao, Vasco, Mapusa and Porvorim; the dates change every year. The weekly markets are another ritual: Anjuna on Wednesdays, Mapusa on Fridays.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Goa
Which airport should I fly into for Goa?
Dabolim (GOI), near Vasco da Gama, is the older airport, about 45 minutes from the northern beaches and an hour from the southern ones. Manohar International at Mopa (GOX) is better placed for the northern beaches.
When is the best time for a beach holiday in Goa?
November to March, the dry season, with January the driest month. Avoid June to September, when the monsoon closes many beach shacks.
Should I stay in North or South Goa?
North Goa, around Baga, Calangute and Anjuna, for nightlife and markets. South Goa, around Palolem, Patnem and Agonda, for calm beaches.
How many days do you need in Goa?
Five to seven days, and at least a week if you want to see both the north and the south.
How much does a flight to Goa usually cost?
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