Goa International Airport 1 hr 5
Fontainhas (26 min.) Classic Portuguese-style architecture gives this neighborhood a distinct look & feel. Immaculate Conception Church (25 min.) Completed in 1609 this Baroque-style Catholic church with a grand facade sits atop a small hill. Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary (50 min.) Large area of mangrove swamp with a paved walkway & watchtower for visitors to observe birds. Dona Paula Beach (37 min.) This bay area is a tourism destination with a resort & restaurants in a one-time fishing village. Calangute Beach (18 min.) Big popular beach with water sports such as boating water skiing & parasailing plus food stalls. Baga Beach (23 min.) Busy beach & recreation area with water sports eateries bars nightspots & a festive atmosphere. Se Cathedral (36 min.) Roman Catholic place of worship built by Portuguese colonialists and still hosting regular services. Chapora Fort (37 min.) History Deltin Royale (25 min.) Lively offshore casino offering numerous games & tournaments live entertainment & dining. Basilica Of Bom Jesus (35 min.) Completed in 1605 this Baroque Catholic church contains the tomb of Saint Francis Xavier. Sinquerim Beach (9 min) Picturesque swimming & water-sports destination convenient to resorts & close to historic fort. Goa Museum (24 min.) Opened in 1996 this state museum features exhibits on the history & culture of Goa. Reis Magos Fort (13 min.) This restored 16th-century fort offers sweeping river & sea views along with a cultural center. |