The beaches here are among the finest throughout the world. The 125km long coastline dotted with swaying palm trees, silvery sand and pretty shacks creates the perfect place to spend your vacations. Whether for family vacation, weekend getaways or honeymoon, the place has it all to be you next holiday destination in India.
What attracts visitors to Goa is its stunning wealth of beaches, which is divided into two parts, South and North Goa. Regardless of the location, what all the beaches have in common is the tranquility, beauty and serenity. The northern beaches in Goa are known for beach parties and glittering carnivals. The foot-tapping music and sparkling nightlife of North Goa is bliss for party lovers! Contrary to this, you will get to see a completely different side of Goa towards the South. The serene and tranquil ambiance here gives travelers a much-needed break from the chaos of city life. South Goa is a stop-by destination for relaxed solitude where visitors can unwind themselves and have soulful vacation.
Here are some of the popular and must-visit Goa beaches:
Located in North Goa, Aguada beach is one of the famous beaches overlooking the magnificent Fort Aguada. Bestowed with stunning natural beauty, the beach is also flanked with many spectacular churches worth paying a visit to. Fort Aguada close to the beach is one of the major attractions here and a must-visit spot for travelers.
Lying at a distance of 18km away from the capital city of Panaji is the small village of Anjuna in North Goa. Anjuna beach here is counted among the topmost beaches in the state. After admiring the scenic beauty of this Goa beach, do pay a visit to the Anjuna Flea Market where you can get some of the trendy accessories and clothes.
Renowned as a popular picnic and bathing spot for travelers, Baga beach is one of the most sought after beaches in the state. Lying close to Panjim at a distance of around 15 km, this awe-inspiring beach is packed with travelers all the time. Either you can enjoy viewing the splashing waves or try your hands on some exciting water sports; there are multiple ways to entertain yourself.
Calangute beach is undoubtedly one of the most stunning beaches in the state. The fond admirers call it the Queen of Beaches and with its spectacular beauty, it grabs the attention of numerous visitors. Kissed by sun and pampered by swaying palm trees, the Calangute beach is one of the must-visits in Goa.
One of the hidden gems in the beach wealth of Goa is the breathtakingly beautiful Palolem Beach. Boasting of its tranquil ambiance and natural beauty, this beach is a real paradise for solitude seeking souls. Palolem is mainly a fishing beach and you would find many fishermen here. With its serenity, tranquility and lovely ambiance, Palolem perfectly scores to be among the most popular beaches in Goa.