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Goa, a little state with so much
soul, is the ultimate honeymoon haven for beach lovers. Laidback,
Goa is a merry blend of Portuguese and GoaKonkani, with the
atmosphere of a lively carnival town. Goa, also known as 'the pearl
of the east', is known for its Gothic churches, age-old ruins,
palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves, ferry rides, and bubbly folk
music. With its 131-km-long coastline, Goa is an important
destination in every tourist's itinerary. Sun, sand and sea being
the major attractions, Goa is a perfect heaven for the ones who need
and want relaxation.
Goa is ideal for a passionate honeymoon, strolling hand in hand down
the beach, dancing by the fireside at midnight, singing old songs to
the beat of a strumming guitar. There is much to see and do -
backwater cruises down the Mandovi and Zuari rivers, dolphin cruises
on the high seas, adventure sports and water sports - Para sailing,
wind surfing and water skiing - or you can simply hold hands and
dance over the crashing waves! Chances are that you may never want
to come back to terra firma once you have been transported into
raptures at Goa.
But so what… you can re-live your honeymoon in Goa again and again.
Tropical Goa wraps every visitor who sets foot on its soil in
traditions of spirit, joy and unmatched natural beauty. The very
mention of Goa evokes visions of shell studded cream beaches, deep
blue seas and brilliant green palms…Goa is all this and more.
One of the youngest states of the Indian Union, Goa attained
statehood after 451 years of colonial rule and 26 years as a Union
Territory. During the Napoleonic wars, the British briefly occupied
Goa. Otherwise, the Portuguese were masters till 1961 when they were
finally driven out. Goa remains Portuguese at heart: broad avenues
spilling into cobbled squares, grand public buildings, old houses
with overhanging balconies and numerous bars and cafes show how deep
their influence has been. |
