Goa called as 'Pearl of the Orient' or a 'Tourist Paradise' is the smallest state of India, in terms of area. The state of Goa is located on the west coast of India, in the coastal region known as Konkan. It is bounded by the state of Maharashtra, Karnataka and the Arabian sea. The Portuguese merchants first landed the historical region in 16th century. The Portuguese colony existed here for about 450 years. The evergreen destination of Goa is famous for its beautiful blue beaches, silvery sands, diversified flora and fauna, rich cultural heritage, impressive churches and magnificent temples. Goa is also famous for its World Heritage Architecture that includes the Bom Jesus Basilica.

Panaji, the capital city of Goa is the charming little travel hub for the tourists coming to Goa. Though, it does not possess several world renowned monuments, its bears an ambience which has a captivating charm. Panjim or Panaji is one of the India's smallest and pleasantest state capitals and is located on the south bank of the wide Mandovi River. The town has preserved its Portuguese heritage appreciably well and parts of it still contains narrow winding streets, old houses with over hanging balconies, red-tiled roofs and numerous small bars and cafe's. The charm of Panaji is a that it is very small city, and has little scope for growth as it is bounded by Altinho (a hillock), on one side, the Arabian sea on the other Mandovi River on the third side, and Ourem Creek on the fourth so the city will always retain its charm and beauty.

Vasco da Gama, 29-km by road southwest of Panjim, sits on the narrow western tip of the Marmagoa (also known as Mormugao) peninsula, overlooking the mouth of the Zuari River. Acquired by the Portuguese in 1543, this strategically important site was formerly among the busiest ports on India's west coast. It remains a key shipping centre, with container vessels and iron ore barges clogging the choppy river mouth, but holds nothing of interest for visitors, particularly since the completion of the Konkan Railway, when Goa's main railhead shifted from here to Margao. The only conceivable reason one might want to come to Vasco is to catch a bus to Dabolim airport, of Bogmalo beach, 8-km southeast.

Margao, the capital of the Salcete province, houses many commercial establishments. Margao is Goa's second largest city and commercial metropolis of Salcete taluka in South Goa. It still retains the atmosphere of Goa’s Portuguese colonial past, and is ideally connected to the rest of the Indian by rail. Margao is the headquarters of South Goa District and is regarded as the main commercial city of Goa. It is famous for its ancient cultural heritage and traditional customs of the people of Goa. Margao is known for its bazaars and restaurants, bus stands and railway stations. The picturesque Colva beach is just 5 km away from Margao.

The Basilica of Bom Jesus in Goa beckons visitors from India and abroad, Built in 1605. Declared a World Heritage Monument, the church houses the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier, patron saint of Goa, who died while on a sea voyage to China on 2nd December, 1552. The following year, while transferring his remains to Goa, in accordance with his wishes, it was found that the saint's body was as fresh as the day it was buried. This miraculous phenomenon continuously attracts the devout of all lands and an exposition. The public viewing of his body takes place every ten years, which attracts lakhs of pilgrims from all over the world.

Anjuna Beach is a small village in North of Goa and Anjuna Beach is located about 18 km away from Panaji the capital of Goa. Popularly know as the Freak capital of the World, Anjuna Beach in Goa is one of the most crowded beaches of Goa. Goa Anjuna beIt claimed popularity for its Trance Parties and the Hippies who tried to synthesize the spiritual traditions of the East and the art, ideas and the music of the West. Sometime in the late 1950s to mid-1960s, the area was "discovered" by a group of travelers, including "Eight Finger Eddie," and a small international psychedelic scene began to meet there to party during the dry season. Ever since then, Anjuna beach Goa has become just the right place for lazing holidaymakers.

How To Get There??
Air : The Goa airport has the flights from from Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Cochin and Trivandrum etc.
Rail : The railhead in Goa is connected to major cities of the country. Trains from Mumbai (490 Kms), Bangalore (430 Kms) and Delhi (1874 Kms) are available for Goa.
Road :Goa is situated on the main highway. Buses from Mumbai and other cities run to Goa.