Best Things To Do in Panaji, India
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Arossim Beach
(120 Votes)
Just so there's no confusion, this beach shares its sands with Cuelim and Cansaulim Beaches. Soft sand and palm trees begin its list of attractions and the Star Fish Shack Restaurant rounds it up. There are sunbeds and beach umbrellas. It is generally uncrowded and feels like the sort of place tourists come to snooze, or to read. There are few excellent upscale resorts here - Park Hyatt Goa Res...Read more -
Tito's Club
(7487 Votes)
Tito's Club is an a vibrant and popular club in Goa managed by eponymous an administration that now also works with tours and travels, restaurants etc. the club is a favorite with the younger crowd and is always busy catering to the tremendous demand that there is for places to hang out in. If you are looking for a cool place to have a good time in, Titos is the way to go. There is a bar as wel...Read more -
Candolim Church
(10094 Votes)
Our Lady of Hope Church which is also known as Candolim church is a well known at simple yet elegant church in Goa. The church building has a serene while colour and a beautiful ol timey look to it. This church is lesser known and hence definitely a place you should try to check out. The candolim beach which is near by is also one of the longest beaches in goa and is hence fairly poplular...Read more -
Mandovi River
(53 Votes)
The Mandovi river captures the best of the casino scene in Goa. Bet you luck to try your hand at card games, roulette and other favorites or simply enjoy the hour-long cruise while you sip on a drink and enjoy the view and the entertainment. The riverfront at Panaji makes for a beautiful, romantic let-night walk while the eateries nearby serve the best of Goan and classic Indian flavors all day...Read more -
Dudhsagar Waterfall
(2486 Votes)
About 60 kilometers away from Goa on the fringe of Goa and Karnataka there is a real visual treat: the Magnificent Dudhsagar Waterfall. This beautiful waterfall is 310 meters of gushing milky-white water. This is why it is named Dudhsagar which roughly translates to sea-of-milk. During monsoons the sight of the waterfall is nothing short of awe inspiring. Imagine the while waters crashing and f...Read more -
Cansaulim Church
(5692 Votes)Canasaulim Church is an old Church not far inland from Canasaulim beach. This old church is a wonderful historic building as it was built in the 1500s and then renovated in the 1600s. This pretty church which is painted whilte is a beautiful reminder of the past. There is also a school constructed nearby which is named after St. Thomas who was closely associated with the church. There is also a...Read more -
Panaji State Central Library
(44 Votes)
The Panaji State Central Library is home to varied books that cover everything from history, literature to science and is a ‘must-visit’ for book lovers. The architecture of the place is beautiful with art accents added throughout the premises. The library is spread across 6 floors and caters to people of all ages. The 4th floor is a rare gem with a fine collection of rare books tha...Read more -
If you are in the mood for the taste of the “Bond” Life in Goa, be sure to board the Casino Royale. It is the biggest gaming and gambling destination in Goa and perhaps in India as well. This place, situated in the middle of the Mandovi river is a jetty called the “Noah’s ark” where all the high-flyers and jet-setters meet. They offer fine dining, gambling games as...Read more -
Club Cubana
(3222 Votes)
If you were born to party and forced to work you will most definitely enjoy the place. For one, it has a pool and a big dance floor that are sure to attract most night owls. But the location itself is sure to intrigue you. The club is on top of a hill so you have to get into a jeep to get to the club. The transport is however readily available at the bottom of the hill. The party atmosphere her...Read more -
Bishop's Palace
(29 Votes)
Built in the late 19th century, the Bishop's Palace is loved for its simple yet regal architecture. The Palace is located in Altinho on a hillock that overlooks Panjim and is a major tourist attraction. Highlights include: The Coat of arms at the entrance which belonged to Goa’s first patriarch- Dom Antonio Sebastio Valente. Christmas eve sees the Palace at its best when the whole place...Read more -
The Famous and almost iconic Curlies Beach Shack in Goa is a hot favourite with the tourists. This typical Goan shack is not so typical as it has become very popular especially amongst the youngsters. This tiered beach shack located close to Anjuna beach is an extremely “happening” hang out place. Even though it is so popular it has certainly preserved its simplicity. The decor is v...Read more -
Arvalem Waterfalls
(2451 Votes)
The Arvalem waterfalls are situated at a height of 70 feet, situated in the vicinity of the towns of Sanquelim and Bicholim. It is provincially situated in Valpoi taluka, North Goa. The pattern of the water falling is almost vertical and this is even more impressive rainy season. The fall looks astonishing with the boom of the water falling down the rocky landscape of the mountain situated behi...Read more -
The Church and Monastery of St. Augustine is an old ruin in Goa. But it truly is the most magnificent ruin there ever was. This place used to be an imposing and beautiful looking church but now all that remains is a few stone walls and other vestiges. Even though the ruins one can make out a rough outline of a massive church that used to be. One can unfortunately only imagine the splendor and b...Read more -
The Hansa beach in Goa is under the administration of the naval forces. Strictly speaking it is not open for the tourists to randomly access it but sometimes the patrolling officers do allow a few people to explore the beach. If you happen to be there on a good day do try to convince them. The beach is a real sight to see as it is right outside an airport. You can see the flights taking off and...Read more -
Naguesh Temple
(3538 Votes)
The Naugesh Temple about 25 kilometers from Panaji is the most important religious place for Hindus in Goa. The temple is dedicated to the Goan God “Naugesh” or “Naugeshi”. There is a beautiful stone tablet at the entrance which dates back to 1413 AD. Another fascinating thing about the temple is The sanctuary which has an old tali (water store) flanked by palms. Inside ...Read more
