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TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
This blog is about the top things to do in Goa. Goa offers something for everyone. Some of the amazing things you can do in Goa for a reasonable price are
- Beach Hopping
- Temple Hopping
- Church Hopping
- Heritage Walks Of Goa
- Visit A Spice Farm
- Attend Unique Goan Festivals
- Shopping Guide
- Museums Of Goa
- Waterfalls Of Goa
- Vegan & Vegetarian Food Trails
- Take A Cruise Tour on Mandovi River
- The International Film Festival of India or IFFI, Goa!
- Best Places For Birdwatching
- Adventure Sports
- Water Sports
- Dolphin Watching
- Ayurvedic Massage
- Get A Tattoo Done
- Cycling
- Rent A Bike
- Attend A Party
- Do Nothing aka Susegad
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I have been to Goa more than 10 times. Being a resident of Sanpada in Navi Mumbai, we would often take an overnight bus impulsively from Sector 17, Vashi Plaza. Now that I have left Mumbai, I miss those days. That said, I keep coming back to this part of India. I have been to Goa with mostly friends and family. Below is a complete guide on the Top Things To Do In Goa based upon my 10 years of loving Goa.
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1. BEACH HOPPING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Of course it’s the top thing to do in Goa. There is no dearth of amazing beaches in Goa. That said, I love the underrated beaches of Karnataka and Maharashtra equally. But we are talking Goa right now. Though, many travel snobs will pull up their eyebrows on the mere mention of the touristy Baga and Calangute beaches in North Goa, I personally love it. The vibes, amazing variety of food, music and (for me), a comforting familiarity makes it my favourite. Beware, it is not going to be as lively in South Goa, which is often ‘preferred’ by the travel snobs. Other prominent beaches in North Goa are Candolim Beach, Morjim and Ashvem Beach, the offbeat Coco Beach, the quieter Sinquerim Beach, Anjuna Beach and the nearby Vagator Beach.
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I liked Arambol beach too which can be easily accessed from North Goa via Mapusa on a bike ride. The beaches in South Goa are quite and cleaner. I personally liked the Palolem beach (and the wood fired pizzas at some cafes), Patnem beach (I damaged my expensive DSLR camera here) and Agonda beach. I accessed the Butterfly Beach via a boat ride. We visited Butterfly Beach after an early morning Dolphin watching on boat. Other prominent beaches in South Goa are Colva Beach, Betul Beach, Bogmalo Beach, Majorda Beach, Benaulim Beach. This indeed is the top thing to do in Goa.
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2. TEMPLE HOPPING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
It is a well hidden fact that the temples of Goa were systematically destroyed by the Portuguese during their rule which is why most of the prominent temples are located on the outskirts. Some of the existing temples of Goa are
- Shri Kamakshi Mandir
- Mahadev Mandir
- Shri Saptakoteshwar Mandir
- Shri Damodar Mandir
- Maruti Mandir
- Shri Ramnath Mandir
- Shri Bhagvati Mandir
- Shri Shantdurga Mandir
- Shri Rudreshwar Mandir
- Shri Nagesh Mandir
- 1008 Shri Adinath Digambar Jain Mandir
- Lakshami Narasimha Mandir
- Mahalakshami Mandir
- Mahalasa Mandir and Brahma Mandir.
- Mangeshi Mandir in Ponda is perhaps the most popular and revered temple in Goa.
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3. CHURCH HOPPING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
There are many ancient and new churches in Goa. The most popular one is The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church which is located in Panjim aka Panaji. The Aishwarya Rai and Shah Rukh Khan starrer Bollywood Film Josh made this Church popular. An exquisite example of baroque architecture, The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a must visit. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Based upon the number of year they were built in, the prominent Churches of Goa worth a visit are:
- Church of Our Lady of the Mount – Located in Ella, built in 1510
- Chapel of St. Catherine – Located in North Goa, built in 1510
- Church Of Lady Of Rosary – Located in Bainguinim, built in 1510
- Santa Cruz Church – Located in Santa Cruz, built in 1547
- St Andrew’s Church – Located in Vaddem, Vasco Da Gama, built in 1570
- Diogo’s Church – Located in Guirim, built in 1604
- Basilica of Bom Jesus – Located in Old Goa Rd, Bainguinim, built in 1605
- Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception – Located in Altinho, Panaji, built in 1609
- Elizabeth’s Church – Located in Ucassaim, built in 1618
- Church of the Cross of Miracles – Located in Bainguinim, built in 1619
- Nossa Senhora de Penha de Franca – Located in Bardez, built in 1626
- Se Cathedral – Located in Velha, built in 1640
- Church of St Francis of Assisi – Located in Velha , built in 1661
- Church of St. Cajetan – Located in Velha, built in 1661
- Church of St. Anne – Located in Tataulim, built in 1695
- Three Kings Chapel – Located in Cansaulim, built in 1721
- Alex, Church – Located in Curtorim, built in 1741
- Clara’s Church – Located in Assonora, built in 1768
- Chapel of Saint Sebastian – Located in Panjim, built in 1818
- Mae De Deus Church – Located in Saligao , built in 1873
- John the Baptist Church – Located in Benaulim, built in 1956
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4. HERITAGE WALKS OF GOA – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Goa is a treasure trove for heritage lovers. Be it old buildings or historical places or an entire locality which is a heritage colony, Goa is rich in heritage sites. The very old Churches and buildings of Old Goa make it a heritage heavy area. Basilica Of Bom Jesus is the most visited Church in Old Goa. I was impressed by its sheer size. Mormugao Fort, St. Augustine Tower aka Church Of St. Augustin, Chapora Fort, Aguada Fort, Reis Mogos Fort and Cabo De Rama Fort are some of the interesting heritage sites in Goa.
My favourite is Heritage Walk in Fontainhas near Panaji though. The strong Portuguese influence can be seen in the architecture of the houses and even in the lifestyle of the people living here. I was surprised to discover such a gem of a destination by fluke!
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5. VISIT A SPICE FARM – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
I started valuing the spice farms of Goa more when I visited the similar spice farms in Sri Lanka. Both experiences were nice but you gain perspective only when you visit other countries. You can enjoy a walk through the spice farms in Goa and check out how they grow the local medicinal plants. What’s more, you can also buy the aromatic oils from the shopping arenas in most spice farms of Goa. And in case, you are a bit hungry with all the walking, you can dig into a sumptuous lunch of local lunch made from locally produced organic ingredients. I visited the Sahakari Spice Farm . It was nice but I hated the activities involved with elephants such as bath with elephant. Please do not o that. It is torture to the elephants.
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6. ATTEND UNIQUE GOAN FESTIVALS – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA!
Not many know that Goa has a large population of Hindus. After all, the present Christians is Goa were also once Hindus. Some of the Hindu festival celebrated with much gusto in Goa are Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi and Dahi Handi festival in Mapusa etc. I did stay in Goa during Deepawali, a major Hindu festival. There was not much of a Deepawali celebration going on in the Baga and Calangute area where I lived. I attended the unique celebrations of Tripurari Poornima. Read about it in details on my other blog.
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One major Goan festival you need to attend is the annual Goa Carnival celebrated with music, food, dancing and unbridled enthusiasm. It is a very vibrant and colorful festival held in Goa in the month of February in Panaji. The other Goan festivals are
- Sao Joao Festival (24th June every year),
- Shigmo (celebrated during spring upto 5 days!)
- Three Kings Feast
- Feast of St. Francis Xavier – Every 3rd December at the Basilica of Bom Jesus.
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A vendor selling souvenirs in Mapusa, North Goa. Top Things To Do In Goa. India
7. SHOPPING GUIDE – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA!
I am not much of a shopper but I am pretty aware of the shopping scene in Goa. Before I start, please stay away from Kashmiri vendors trying to sell you shawls and (these days) even a Kashmiri restaurant. It’s a tourist trap. Buying a Kashmiri Shawl in Goa is not very different from ordering a coffee in an ice cream parlor. Why not buy local,eh!
Mapusa in North Goa is my favourite place for buying local stuff such as Bebinca (local cake), cashews (Raw, salted, fried, take your pick!), quirky souvenirs, cheap flip flops (I picked one!), spices, quirky ash trays, lighters, miniature alcohol bottles with bizarre designs, Feni (local liquor enjoyed best with Limca!) and what not! Their Sunday market is even livelier! The Anjuna Flea market which happens every Wednesday is also a magnet! Do not miss out on any random shop near most beaches. You will surely find something interesting! And LOCAL!
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8. MUSEUMS OF GOA – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA!
I go to museums only when someone puts a pistol on my head! But mostly, I have observed that when I am inside the museum (any museum), I easily lose track of time and my surroundings. Some museums can be very interesting. Goa has many of them! Some of the interesting museums of Goa are
- Naval Aviation Museum in Vasco da Gama
- Ancestral Goa in Loutolim
- Goa Chitra Museum in Benaulim
- Archaeological Museum in old Goa
- Museum of Christian Art also in Old Goa
- Goa State Museum in Panaji
- Palacio do deao
- Museum Of Goa
- Houses of Goa Museum
- Wax Museum and
- Big Foot Cross Museum – When I visited, the owner of the Big Foot Cross Museum, Maendra Jocelino Araujo Alvares excitedly showed me his creation, the 14-metre long sculpture of Saint Mirabai. Carved out of laterite, it finds a mention in the Limca Book of Records for being the largest laterite sculpture in India.
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9. WATERFALLS OF GOA – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Not many know that Goa has some very beautiful waterfalls. For example, the Netravali waterfall is just two hours drive sway from Margao which has a railway station. You can also do bird-watching here and spot wildlife. Needless to say, the Dudhsagar falls is the most famous waterfall of Goa. Located near the Goa Karnataka border, the Dudhsagar falls gained massive popularity after it was featured in the Hindi movie ‘Chennai Express’. Kulem is the nearest railway station.
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10. VEGAN & VEGETARIAN FOOD TRAILS – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
The sheer variety of vegan and vegetarian food available in Goa is impressive. It is India after all – the (default) Vegan and Vegetarian capital of the world! I know places which serve delicious Idli, Vada, Masala Dosa but I want you to eat local! The many Goan food curries also come in vegan versions, such as Mushroom Xacutti, Cauliflower Vindaloo etc. with steamed rice, Mixed vegetable Sarpatel and the Balchão. It’s not common to find vegan versions of these but it is possible. Just ask!
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11. TAKE A CRUISE TOUR ON MANDOVI RIVER- TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
You can take a cruise on the Mandovi river in Panjim aka Panaji like I did with my parents. It’s not very thrilling but an experience in itself. Touristy (and disappointing) local Goan dance (I expected more authenticity!) is performed on the lower deck as you nibble the finger food with drinks. I preferred hopping on the upper deck. The views of the Panaji city were nice but not extraordinary. What I enjoyed was the breeze caressing my hair. It can be done once just to silence the curiosity!
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12. THE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OF INDIA AKA IFFI – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
One of Asia’s First Film Festival, IFFI or The International Film Festival of India, founded in 1952, is a major annual event which takes place near Panaji. It takes place once a year in the month of November. Details can be taken from their website.
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The quiet Arambol Beach. Top Things To Do In Goa. India
13. BEST PLACES FOR BIRD-WATCHING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
It is a little known fact that Goa is a paradise for birdwatchers. I have myself seen many ‘exotic’ birds sitting on the edges of water bodies in Goa, sometime in hordes. There are many places in Goa for bird-watching, the most popular of which is the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary at Chorao Island. You can reach here via a ferry to Chorao Island. The other places in Goa for bird-watching areas below:
- Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary
- Verna Plateau
- Soccorro Plateau
- Merces Plateau
- Goa University campus
- Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
- Moira backwaters
- Maina Village
- Pilerne Plateau
- Curtorim village
- Carambolim lake
- Divar Island
- Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary and even
- Beaches like Morjim and Miramar (I saw many birds here!). Just keep your eye peeled and binoculars ready!
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14. ADVENTURE SPORTS – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA!!!
I have fond memories of parasailing on the Baga Beach in Goa. I negotiated hard and I did it at a reasonable price. You can find the vendors on the beach-side calling out for parasailing/paragliding experiences. For beginners, this is what parasailing means. Do not confuse it with paragliding. I was taken on a speedboat and they dropped me at a larger boat in the middle of the sea. After being harnessed for safety measures, the larger boat moved. Attached to the boat, I soared high in the sky, soaking in the bird’s eye view of the beach and nearby hills. It was an exhilarating experience. I am surely going to repeat it on my next Goa trip. The good news is that it is entirely safe!
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15. WATER SPORTS – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Goa is an ideal place to try your hand at some of the exciting water sports. My first jet skiing experience was in Goa. Inspired by that experience, I later made my dad try jet skiing in Tehri Lake, Uttarakhand. I loved it, so did he! Another interesting water adventure sport is the banana ride, best enjoyed with family and friends. You can also try sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, flyboarding (at vagator), Ringo ride aka Tubing, water skiing. Of course, it is the top thing to do in Goa!
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16. DOLPHIN WATCHING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
As with many of my personal travel experiences, my first dolphin safari was also in Goa. Years later, it was followed up by an even better experience in the small and charming coastal town Dapoli, Maharashtra. Though I saw many more dolphins in Dapoli, the ones I saw in South Goa was less in number but was equally good. The blink and you miss appearance which the dolphins make in the sea is a sight to behold. For me, it was as exciting as spotting a Wild Royal Bengal Tiger in a National Park of India. You can embark upon those tours from many beaches in Goa. This is definitely one of the top things to do in Goa.
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17. AYURVEDIC MASSAGE – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
I know it is not an authentic Goa experience much like the Kashmiri Shawl vendors who didn’t grow up filling their faces with vindaloos and xacuttis. But then shawl is a luxury (Goa’s winters are meh!) while a good massage can be a real need when you are very tired after monkeying around for long in the beach or even after long walks (Goa is great for leisurely walks). The massage parlors of Goa are reasonably priced massage parlors which offer Full Body massage, Shoulder massage, Legs massage, you name it they have it. Do not expect a Pattaya style ‘Happy Ending’ massage please! The massage parlors in Goa are largely run by trained professionals from Kerala, South India. They offer good quality Kerala style, Ayurvedic massages.
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If you are one of those foreigners who rent an apartment/bungalow in Goa for months on end, then you can also enroll for the long term massage which can last for as long as you want. Certain courses in the massages are very therapeutic.
If you need a quick fix and on a small budget, watch out for the many freelancing massage therapists who roam around the beach-side. Fancy a massage on the reclining beach chair? It is possible on most beaches of Goa.
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18. GET A TATTOO DONE – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
From the cheap temporary tattoos to the ‘life changing’ or ‘life jarring’ (depending upon who you are and who your tattoo artist is) and expensive permanent tattoos, Goa has it all. Most of such tattoo parlors are located near a beach (I saw many near the Calangute beach). The shops which offer permanent tattoos always carry a brochure or menu from where you can choose a design.
If you are not keen on a permanent tattoo (like me), you can go for a harmless temporary tattoo. From cute butterflies and dolphins to ferocious lions and scorpions there is a wide variety of tattoo which you can get done on your arms, legs, waist or the unmentionables.
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19. CYCLING – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
I had a strong urge to cycle around Goa when Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt falls cutely on one of the roads flanked on either sides by swaying palm trees of Goa. This is what moving pictures, travel blog and good advertisements do to you. Cycling around the villages and small places is even better than the urban spaces of Goa. Cycling around the busy Mapusa, for example can be unpleasant! Old Goa is a nice place for cycling. Or try any offbeat beaches. You can easily get cycles on rent in Goa. Just look around.
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20. RENT A BIKE – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
A bike rental local chap is never away in Goa. Generally, they have many bikes at their disposal. The most popular bikes are the easy to drive Honda Activa and similar bikes. Many people, especially foreigners hire Royal Enfield and other high end bikes which are more expensive and not easy to drive for most people. Whatever the bike you choose, just rest assured it will be a pleasant ride. I can ride aimlessly all day in Goa. There are many petrol pumps in Goa but they are far apart. It is a good idea to pick up the petrol sold in many shops in a bottle.
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And, of course you need to wear helmet and carry driving license. Please also do carry the required papers. Always confirm with your agent for the papers and helmet before leaving for the drive. I was once fined Rs. 500 in Panaji aka Panjim for not carrying the same.
I lied to the cop that “it’s my birthday today, please forgive me.” It fell to deaf ears!
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21. ATTEND A PARTY – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
Goa is great for parties. As I said before, I love North Goa for its wild and loud parties. I once partied in Tito’s near Baga Beach with beauty pageant director and grooming expert Marc Robinson and Miss India finalists. On another occasions I saw Tanaaz Currim, Bakhtiyaar Irani, Delnaz Irani, Rajeev Paul, Apurva Agnihotri, Shilpa Saklani, Konkana Sen Sharma and Ranveer Shorey partying in North Goa. You don’t have to be a celebrity to be able to party with other celebrities. People didn’t swarm them for selfies! No one cares in Goa. Just respect their privacy.
You can also dance away the night in any random shack in Baga beach like I did with strangers along with Vinayak on one mad night!
The other great places to party in Goa are:
- Silent Noise – famed for its silent parties every Saturday on Palolem beach
- Curlies, South Anjuna Beach
- Chronicle, Vagator
- Club Westend – Saligao
- Tito’s Lane, Baga (My favoutite)
- Mambo’s Night Club – Great for Bollywood fans, at Baga
- Café Lu Musica, Baga
- Club Cubana, Arpora
- Bora Bora, Morjim
- Hilltop, Vagator
- Shiva Valley, South Anjuna Beach
- Waters, Vagator
- Leopard valley, Palolem
- Club LPK, Nerul
- Sin Q, Candolim
- Club M, Morjim
- Liquid Sky, Arambol
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22. DO NOTHING AKA SUSEGAD – TOP 22 THINGS TO DO IN GOA
There is this joke about Goa. Do not enter a shop during the noon time. The chances are high that you will be locked inside the shop till evening as it is their precious susegad time. The Goans take their afternoon nap very seriously and they even have a term for it – susegad. You can spend the afternoon like I did – just lazing around on the reclining beach chair with perhaps a good book. Sleeping in afternoon in Goa is a pleasure. Try it!
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Based upon my personal experience, that’s the best I could come up on Top Things To Do In Goa. If you have any more points which I have missed, feel free to write in the comment section below.
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Your yesteryears pictures in Goa makes it apparent enough that you have visited this place like N number of times. And however cliche the destination may sound to pseudo travelers who call themselves quirky . I am sure, there is always a new thing to take back from this place. I visited Goa just once and that too for just three days . So for me all the things you said are a must to do whenever I head there next.
Goa is a beautiful place. I had only explored a few beaches and churches of Goa when I visited there almost 10 years back. I can now see that there are so many things to do there. I am sure Goa will be quite different at present. But next time I am in Goa, I know whom to ask for advice.
The tattoo picture!! is that really you?? 🙂
Haha, yes that’s me!
Yes, despite the small size of Goa, there is a lot to do in this unique Indian state.
Do let me know when you planning a trip to Goa. I have many blogs on Goa. If you have more questions, feel free to drop a question in the comment section here.
There are so many exciting things to do in Goa and I have to say, you covered the majority of it in this article. I visited several times (last time in 2017) and I absolutely love Goa and tried most of the things you mention in this list. However, Goa never seems to surprise me and I would love to visit again!
Hey thanks. Yes I have been to Goa 10 times and still there many places in Goa where I have not been to yet.
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This is a very good guide of Goa. I haven’t been to India. At least I traveled through your post virtually.
Thanks for reading. You must plan Goa soon.
Oh wow, I had no idea that there are so many things you can do in Goa! Somehow I thought it would all be about beaches or hippies. Definitely would love to visit some waterfalls and a spice farm! Can’t believe I didn’t make it to India so far!
Yes. Not many know that there is more to Goa than just parties and hippies. I think I am succeeding in changing that perception.
Wow, so many exciting things to do in Goa! I wouldn’t know what to choose first. It seems to me however that you need to spend quite a bit of time in order to experience the place properly. I would particularly like to visit a spice farm. I’ve never seen one before.
Thanks for reading. I have been to spice farms in Goa, Sri Lanka and Kerala. It’s a unique experience. Yiu must visit.
Goa is one gem of a destination. Do visit sometime.
I met someone from Goa a few years ago and they invited us to go and stay. I still have plans to visit and your post has opened my eyes to all the things that you can do in Goa. The dolphin watching and waterfalls sound perfect things to do.
Yes. Not many know about this side of Goa. Hope my blog can help more people to discover Goa beyond beaches and hippie lifestyle. Go Goa! 365 days.
I’ve yet to visit India, but my partner and I have decided we’d like to visit Goa first. I like the look of the Christian churches here and the Portuguese architecture. The beaches also look incredible, and I bet they’re popular with travelers too. Waterfalls are another weakness of mine so I’d like to check those out too!