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Goa has always been one of the most popular tourist places in India. People travel
from far and wide to this small state for its diverse mix of beaches, adrenaline
activities, parties, nature, and history. One of the best ways to see all that Goa India
has to offer is by hiring a motorbike or scooter, and exploring at leisure.

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Goa's long stretch of sandy coastline is

renowned for its multitude of beaches.
There's something on offer for
everyone, from luxury resorts to
makeshift huts, and trance parties to
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2. Market s
The Anjuna flea market is held every
Wednesday from morning until
evening, except during the monsoon
season, on the southern end of Anjuna
Beach. The market has has exploded in
size and attracts people from all over
Goa. It's now got over 500 stalls, and is
Market at Anjuna beach, Goa. Lonely Planet/Getty Images.
still growing. You'll find a huge
assortment of goods there, but make sure you bargain. After a day of shopping til
you drop, head over to Curly's beach shack and take in the sunset scene there.

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If one market isn't enough for you, the Saturday Night Market and Mackie's Night
Bazaar, both in the Arpora Baga area, are also worth checking out. They offer
entertainment, including live music, as well as an eclectic range of food.

3. Old Goa

Old Goa. Alvaro Leiva/Getty Images

Once the magnificent Portuguese

capital of Goa India, these days all that
remains of Old Goa is a handful of
imposing churches and cathedrals.
They are amongst the largest in Asia
though. Some of the buildings have
now become archeological museums,
and provide a fascinating display of

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Francis of Assisi, built in 1521. Just opposite is the Basilica of Bom Jesus, which
contains the preserved remains of the body of Saint Frances Xavier, a revered
missionary and the patron saint of Goa. The body is shown to the public every 10
years, with the next exhibition due in 2014. Old Goa is situated not far from Panjim,
Goa's current capital.
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4. Wildlife Sanct uaries

Cot igao ent rance, Goa. Lonely Planet/Getty Images

Goa India isn't just all about beaches

and churches. The state's location
along the mountainous Western Ghats
is home to an array of birds and
animals. Around 20% of Goa consists
of wildlife sanctuaries. They're open all
year round, although October to March
are the best months to visit.

The two main sanctuaries are Bhagwan Mahvir (of which Mollem National Park is a
part) and Cotigao. On the fringe of the Mollem National Park you'll find the
imposing Dudhsagar Falls, where the water rages down from a huge height during
and just after the monsoon season. Accommodations, provided by the Goa Forest
Department, are available at both sanctuaries. For a very eco-friendly stay, try a
mud hut at the Shanti Nature Resort in Mollem National Park.
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5. Spice Plant at ions

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Another highlight of a trip to Goa India

is the spice plantations around Ponda.
Goa's tropical climate and dense
forests makes it an ideal place to grow
spices. The spice farms are open to
visitors. You can take a guided tour,
enjoy the picturesque scenery, and
finish with a spicy lunch.

One of the most acclaimed spice plantations in Goa is the Savoi Plantation, reached
by an enchanting drive through dense jungles and hills from Ponda. Others include
the Sahakari Spice Farm, Pascol Spice Village, Abyss, and the Tropical Spice
Plantation. Accommodations, and other activities such as elephant or boat rides,
are offered at many of the farms.
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6. Lat in Quart er
Capital city Panjim is worth visiting for its Fontainhas neighborhood. Declared a
UNESCO Heritage Zone in 1984, it gets its name (meaning "fountain") from the

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wander past colorful old Portuguese

homes, belonging to the last surviving
Portuguese families of Goa. Narrow
winding streets and lanes, quaint
shops, art galleries, bakeries, and
restaurants give it undeniable charm.
Art gallery in t he Lat in Quart er. Sharell Cook.

If you're feeling hungry, don't miss

dining at the award winning Viva Panjim. For an atmospheric stay in the Latin
Quarter, Hospedaria Abrigo de Botelho is one of Goa's best bed and breakfasts. If
you're on a budget, try the popular Afonso Guest House.

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