Goa is a dream destination for those who are looking for a quick escape from their daily routine. A getaway in Goa gives you a kind of sensuous rejuvenation which you always wished for. Sometimes a rollicking weekend spent in the nap of Goa's sun, sand and sea is what one needs after a gruelling 5-day week at work.
Also known as the party capital of the world, this tiny state has captivated the senses of not just Indians but people all over the world. No wonder people keep coming back to this state which is no less than a paradise.
After spending the time of their life in this sun-soaked utopia, tourists often take with them happy memories and start planning their next trip while on their return journey. Thats the kind of magic this place weaves on its visitors.
A Nature Lover's Paradise
Nature has bestowed Goa with unblemished beaches, scenic countryside, beautiful churches & temples, free-flowing rivers, lakes and most importantly its warm and ever-friendly local populace. A convergence of all these factors is what creates this holistic getaway destination.
Well-laid connectivity
Goa is strategically well-connected to all the eight metropolitan cities by air, rail & road which is another strong point. These eight big cities is what constitutes a significant percentage of Goa's domestic tourists.
A Throwback at History
The Gothic architecture and Western-influenced culture of Goa can be traced back to the colonial dictatorship of the Portuguese who ruled this state for more than 300 years. While the rest of India achieved independence in 1947, Goa had to wait another 14 years. This explains the cultural lineage of Goa which is titled more towards the west.
Goa's Cuisine
Goan cuisine revolves around seafood. Goan fish-curry is renowned not just in India but world over. The combination of various spices is what makes the Goan fish curry a droolworthy delicacy and a must-try. Other delicacies such as Sorpotel, Vindaloo, Bebinca & Chicken-cafreal also need a special mention if you want to take your taste buds on a roller-coaster ride.
Goa's Infinite Personas
Goa is full of various life-size personas. Here everyone has an interesting story to tell. We mention a few of them......
- The agile toddy-tapper: who effortlessly climbs palm trees to collect toddy, a local beverage;
- The humble bread-seller: who cycles early morning to every nook & corner and makes sure that people don't miss out on their daily dose of bread, Goa's staple breakfast food.
- The fearless fisherman: who ventures into deep sea with the hope of getting a good catch.
- The motorcyle-pilot: who ferries locals as well as tourists to and fro while playing his part in enhancing the public transport system of Goa .
- The relentless farmers who can be seen toiling in the unforgiving sun in the hope of a bumper harvest.
Such a diverse set of personalities is what gives Goa an avant-garde look. Characters such as these is what sets it apart from the rest of India.
To experience this avant-garde dimension of Goa, one needs to venture into its countryside which has still not been explored much by the visitors. Goa stays in its villages. Its where you can witness the true essence of Goa.
Conclusion: To conclude this blog, we can say that Goa is an ideal holiday destination for those who are looking to spend a pleasant time with their friends, family members and loved ones.
--- Prashant Naik---
