Photos of tourists about goa vg. Goa (state of India) - attractions and entertainment in Goa, overview

In January (unfortunately not this one, but 2 years ago), my friends and I went on vacation to Goa, the smallest and most special state of India. And finally, a small photo report.

Goa is a former Portuguese colony and one of the most Europeanized states in India. It is always warm, light and peaceful here. A few years ago, the place was legendary and inaccessible (especially for Russians). The image and popularity of Goa as a tourist destination was influenced by the hippies who settled here 50 years ago.

Today, it is no more difficult to fly to Goa than to Egypt, and the place of hippies has been taken by ordinary tourists from Russia and signs in Russian, actively exploiting the theme of beatniks and hippies.

1. Goa is very cozy and quiet place with beautiful beaches. Pictured is Palolem Beach at sunset (south Goa).

2. On Palolem that day, some Ukrainian singer was filming a video. Extras on the background of the sea.

3. Palolem - a beach of fantastic beauty, surrounded by small mountains, where you can easily climb.

4. The people for the most part live quite poorly, especially outside the tourist areas. The main means of transport are bicycles and scooters. Panaji, the capital of the state of Goa.

5. For short trips, you can take an auto rickshaw once. Although a regular taxi is still more profitable.

6. Motor rickshaw. Candolim city at night.

9. The Chinese philosopher Lao She believed that the state of society can be determined by how animals live there.

10. Not only cows live well in Goa. Only a fat Russian tourist can afford to kick a dog, just so that he does not interfere with his presence. The dog, not accustomed to such treatment, jumped and squealed.

11. For a local resident, buying a boat, even one so old and falling apart, is a sign of wealth and a way to make good money on fish, which tourists consume in tons.

12. In general, food in Goa is such a topic that you can devote a separate topic about it. She is amazing here - not sharp like the rest of India, but at the same time she retained her national identity.

13. Some of the most delicious dishes: Sisler (several dishes on a sizzling pan), cheese-nan (Indian cheese flatbread), banana lassi (a delicious drink based on yogurt or kefir), a variety of exotic fresh juices. On the right in the photo is the banal corbonara spaghetti (nevertheless, also delicious).

14. But the main thing, of course, is the fish. Huge, fatty, deliciously cooked and at the same time very cheap. You can have a hearty dinner for $5. Pictured is Red Snapper.

15. If you are in Goa for 10-14 days, then every day you can go to a new beach. As a rule, the beaches are located next to the villages, and each has its own flavor and characteristics.

18. Anjuna Beach has a strange pumice-like shore through which water seeps from below like a sponge.

19. On Wednesdays, the famous flea market takes place here, which began with hippies who sold everything unnecessary here and thus earned a living on the beach.

20. The baton was intercepted by the Indians and now it is a huge anthill designed exclusively for foreign tourists.

21. The beach, as it seemed to us, is distinguished by the most delicious food in shacks and cows, which are more than on other beaches.

22. Panaji is the most Big City Goa, big and multi-storey. The service here is less geared towards tourists. In the covered market, there are almost only Indians among buyers, and already low prices here are several times lower than near the beaches.

23. Indian barber sleeping on the job. Waiting for clients whose most popular service is face whitening.

24. In Panaji there are already tourists from India itself, who rarely see whites in life. They consider it prestigious to have a photo with white people, they ask for a photo

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How to choose a place to stay so as not to be disappointed? The question is very difficult. After all, everyone has their own tastes and their own view of quality rest. But you can rely on the opinion of those who have already rest in that place. For example, if you are going to Goa, then the reviews of tourists in 2018 will help you understand what is there and how. You will find out the latest news about what is happening at the resort. New photos and videos of tourists are waiting for you so that you can visually see everything that is happening in Goa at the moment.

Victoria.
“Everyone knows what Goa is. But still coming here for the fifth, tenth time, you understand - this is true beautiful place where you can enjoy your vacation and enjoy it.

The beaches here are perfection. Of course, not all, but those that belong to the hotels are beautiful and clean. You can walk barefoot on them, and fully enjoy your vacation.
Palm trees grow near the beaches. Coconuts and bananas on palm trees. But they do not have time to ripen, as tourists quickly pluck them in their prime.
It is interesting to watch in the evenings how locals gather on the beach and meditate. They make their sounds, do something, then sit in a circle and begin meditation. It's great and interesting.

The sunsets here are the best in the world. Many tourists at these moments, when the sun sets below the horizon, specially go to the beach to admire this beauty.
To summarize, I will say - to relax in Goa, this is a pleasure that cannot be compared with anything.

Marina.
“Why do people go to Goa for holidays? It's simple - they want to get a luxurious vacation that they will remember forever. Yes, Goa is heaven on earth. beautiful coast, gorgeous sea, hotels and attractions. Everything is beautiful here, and I want to see it all every day.
I stayed here in February. The weather was good and warm. And during the day it's really hot. The sea is such that you don't want to leave it. The waves are not very big, but they are liked by surfers who try to ride them.

We often went out into nature as a group. They just gathered and went to the mountains, to the fields, to the forests. It is beautiful there. Lots of animals and birds. Local crops grow on the fields, which are harvested by the residents. They are friendly and always smile at us.
I have been coming here for five years now. And I'm going to keep coming. As long as I can."

Nikolay.
“I love Goa. I can’t single out something specific, because I like the whole holiday. Like excursions. We often go to waterfalls on them. The waterfalls are beautiful - water flies down and falls at high speed. It's scary and very beautiful. I like to visit local temples and sights. There you can understand how the country lives and learn its history.

Like the beaches. They are the ones that don't exist anywhere else. Big, sandy and unique. You can do whatever you want on them. You can play sports, you can sunbathe, you can eat in a cafe. All around in the sand. and everywhere sand, which is soft as starch.
Like the sea. It is big and beautiful. It is one in the morning, another in the afternoon, and the most beautiful in the evening. It is very cool when the moon shines on the sea and is reflected in it. The reflection of the moon runs along the waves, and you can admire it endlessly.
To understand all this, you need to come here and get the maximum pleasure!”

Oleg.
“It's nice to remember about the rest in Goa. It seems like so many months have passed, and everything was like yesterday. And I remember him because it was great.
Gorgeous beaches. They have a lot of sand and the beaches are huge. Coastline long, and the beach itself is wide. Even a herd of elephants can fit here, but there are none on the beaches.

The sea is warm and clean. I was told that the sea is dirty here, but this is not true. Even going ten meters into the sea, you can see your feet and the bottom. Therefore, there are many diving enthusiasts here. They dive underwater and swim in the hope of finding treasure.
There are waves on the sea, and surfers catch these moments. I myself am afraid to ride a board on the waves, but I like to watch others. I prefer boating. You buy a ticket, get on a boat and ride along Goa all day. You can sail to the bay and inspect it.

The hotels here are different. But in any case, they are all good and they have everything you need. At the same time, if you buy a tour in advance, you can save. The weather in winter is also great. The winds are not strong, there is no rain. It's hot, especially at lunchtime. Therefore, at lunchtime it is better to stay in hotels or go on an excursion.
It is interesting to watch how tourists sit on an elephant for the first time. They are afraid, and at the same time they climb on him anyway.
There are many interesting things in Goa and here everyone will find their rest. So come!”

stretched for more than 100 km. So you can choose your ideal beach here. To make it easier for you to make a choice, let's look at photos of the beaches of Goa in India. Let's take a walk along the beaches of India in Goa, photos of which are in this article.

The resort of Goa is divided into Northern and Southern parts, which are fundamentally different in terms of service, quality of service and prices. Budget travelers are attracted to North Goa, for example in Goa in India, a photo of which is in this article. Also popular here , photo and description will be below. And, of course, we will look at Morjim Beach in Goa photo, photo and in Goa photo.

The coastline and the entrance to the water at these beaches are also different, for example, on the entrance is shallow, and you can go far into the sea, and the water will be about waist-deep. On the Anjuna beach, on the contrary, the entrance to the water is steep and immediately becomes deep. But Anjuna attracts tourists with its parties, night market and fun activities. Baga also has its own local bar street - Titos Lane Street, which attracts many tourists and young people, but there are no parties on the beach.

In the southern part are , photo and description are also in this article. We will also look at photos of the beaches in Goa - , Cavelossim and Warca.

But first things first, so, the beaches of India Goa, photos and a brief description.

Tours in Goa

North Goa beaches in India

Goa photo: Querim beach

Kerim Beach is the northernmost beach in Goa, next to the state of Maharashtra. There are no crowds of Indians here, as in Calangute or Bagh, it is always quiet and not crowded. On the mountain between Kerim and Arambol, paragliding is practiced. At Kerim Beach in North Goa you can enjoy a quiet sunset. If you need privacy and tranquility, then the beach north goa Kerim is the best place. Tourists rarely stop here, there are practically no hotels, and few people know about this beach, and this is its charm.

Goa Arambol beach

known to tourists thanks to Baba under the banyan tree and fresh lake sweet lake. It is said to cure any disease.

On this beach of North Goa you can spend an unforgettable time near the sea under the sun, think about life. There are also several cafes nearby where you can try fresh seafood and Indian dishes. From this Goa beach, the photos are simply fantastic. The only minus of Arambol is that there are always a lot of Indians here.

Mandrem beach

Mandrem is a great wide and uncrowded beach in North Goa. You can walk here from Arambol along the sea in 15 minutes. Many Russians rest on Mandrem, but there are much fewer Indians here than in Arambol.

Ashvem beach

Another beautiful beach North Goa - Ashvem. There are wide sandy spaces, you can watch crabs in the rocks and fish in the water. There are almost no sheks on the beach, because the public is relaxing in restaurants.

Goa Morjim Beach

Calm atmosphere Suitable for those who want to relax and relieve fatigue. Here you can walk along the beautiful and calm coast. At the same time, there are a lot of hotels in the Morjim area, and this area is well developed for tourism. The central part of Morjim contains the highest concentration of Russian tourists and winterers, while crowds of Hindus have settled in the southern part.

Goa Chapora Beach

located next to the village of the same name under the Chapora fortress. There are not many tourists here, and prices are very low. The beach is so calm that you can escape from the worldly bustle of our lives. Chapora is known among independent tourists juice centers located in it, where you can drink the best and freshest juices. At the same time I ate, drank and spent time.

Goa Vagator Beach

- an incredibly beautiful beach in North Goa. Superb rocky cliffs rising from the ocean water make this beach in Goa the best place where you can watch the sunset. And it is here that the famous face of Shiva, carved in stone, is located.

Goa Baga Beach

Baga Beach in North Goa best beach for young people, one of the most recognizable beaches in Goa, it is a must visit for everyone! Here developed infrastructure, lots of beach shacks, music playing, fun, and lots of bargain shopping opportunities.

Goa Anjuna Beach

- perhaps the most party beach in North Goa. This is a must-visit place with friends, because the most famous clubs - Curlies, Lilliput, UV Bar are located here. From here, the hippie movement began and here "goa trance" was born as a musical direction.

Calangute beach

Calangute is the most densely populated area of ​​North Goa and the most crowded beach. AT a lot of hotels, a lot of budget tourists and a lot of Indians. Tourists here relax on sun loungers and on the sand. This North Goa beach is cleaned daily early in the morning. But there are so many tourists here that by the evening it is already full of garbage.

Candolim beach

is a beautiful North Goa beach popular with photographers. However, there are just as many people as on neighboring beaches. In the evening, there are crowds of Hindus, cows and all-all-all.

Miramar Beach (Miramar)

Miramar Beach is located 3 km from the city of Panaji in Goa and is very popular among local residents. It's pretty interesting beach where you can swim both in the sea and in the river. At this point, the largest river in the state of Goa Mandovi flows into the sea.

Goa Sinquerim beach

Sinquerim is the most south beach North Goa. Rows of coconut trees adorn this beach and give the traveler a sense of seclusion from the hustle and bustle of the outside world.

Photos of the beaches of South Goa in India

Palolem beach

is one of the most popular beaches. The natural beauty of the beach is off scale, the number of tourists too. Here they go in droves.

Majorda (Majorda)

differs in white sand and is considered one of the best in the resort. The area around the beach is very beautiful: palm trees and fruit trees literally surround you.

Bogmalo beach

Bogmalo beach is another sand beach in South Goa. The first diving center of India was opened on this beach, and divers from all over the world still appreciate this place. The beach has excellent infrastructure: sunbeds, cafes, shops.

Colva beach

Located in the center of South Goa , whose photo you can see below. This beach is considered to be a high-end beach in India and attracts a large number of tourists and locals.

Benaulim beach

Another beach of South Goa, the photo of which is very attractive. borders on other beaches - Colva and Varca. Near the beach there are a large number of hotels and guest houses, as well as a developed infrastructure - cafes and restaurants.

Mobor beach

Mobor Beach is another popular beach in South Goa. The beach is quite crowded, and this is not surprising. The picturesque picture is complemented White sand, blue sea and greenery of palm trees.

Agonda beach

Compared to Palolem quite deserted. Even the air around Agonda Beach will remind you of the simplicity of life. Great place to relax.

Everyone knows about Indian Goa. Even those who were not there must have heard about the hippies who chose the coast of the Arabian Sea in a sparsely populated Indian state and thanks to which, from the 70s of the 20th century. Goa began to gain fame famous resort for freedom-loving romantics seeking to escape from the conventions of social life. Also, the musical direction "goa-trance" arose here, which spread throughout the world. Downfishers who change successful and wealthy lives in a bungalow on the beach indian ocean, glorified Goa as a place with its own atmosphere.

Photos of Goa are pictures of a serene contemplative life, trance parties, hangouts of freaks and yogis meditating at sunrise. The way of life on the "island of freedom" is the main attraction of these parts. However, such photos of Gao can only be obtained in the northern part of the state. South Goa is a place of respectable rest, deserted beaches and luxurious tropical forests.

The historical heritage of Goa is an extremely attractive nature for a photographer. Old Goa, once the capital of the state, was built up by the Portuguese in the 16th century. The colonialists erected magnificent palaces and majestic temples in the city. The basilicas and cathedrals of Old Goa are considered the most beautiful Christian temples in the East. In a word, the best photos of Goa during the colonial times can be taken in Old Goa, which today is a suburb of the new capital of Panaji.

Is in modern capital and traditional Hindu temples. A striking example is the Maruti Temple, dedicated to the monkey god Hanuman. On the top terrace of the temple viewpoint from which the city appears in all its glory.

For expressive, colorful photos of Goa, you need to go to local markets: the flea market in Panaji or the night market in Arpora.

Picturesque photos of Goa miraculous mono recommend a trip to the island of Chorao - a huge bird sanctuary, on the territory of which the architecture of the 16th century has been preserved.