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Goa is a state of south – west region of India. It is bounded by two states, Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the east and south, while the Arabian Sea forms in the west coast. It is the India’s smallest state by area. But it has a rich part of Indian history. Rich Goan history can be traced as far as, the prehistoric time, its history referred from 20000 – 30000 years ago. So many rulers hailed from this place. Hindu and Portuguese and Muslim rulers leave their imprints here. It is a place where you do nothing but enjoy the sun and the beaches, party and savour the most delicious seafood. It is famous for beaches, and the most attractive thing is the hut styles on the coast. ”asilica of Bom Jesus is one of the oldest churches in Goa; it is a UNESCO World Heritage

Site. The foundation was laid in 1594 and it was completed in 1605. It is a World Heritage monument that emerged as a landmark in the history of Christianity. The Basilica holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. The church is called Bom Jesus that means Holy Jesus or Good Jesus, it is the first minor basilica and one of the examples of baroque architecture in the country. St. Xavier was dead on the Sancian Island in china after two years the body was shipped back to Goa. It is said that the body was still fresh as the day it was buried. It has marble floors, interior of the church is simple. It is the most attraction to the visitor to see the glass covered body of the saint from all around the world.

The largest and one of the best churches is Se Cathedral . It is 250 feet in length and 181 feet in breadth. It was constructed to venerate the victory of the Portuguese under Afonso de Albuquerque over Muslim army in 1510 to lead the city. It is also known for St. Catherine because Afonso de Albuquerque conquered Goa on St Catherine’s Day (25th November 1510). It has Portuguese-Manueline style architecture, exterior is in Tusan order and the interior is in Corinthian. The inner décor of the cathedral is Corinthian, massive pillars support the barrel shaped vault and choir housed under an orthodox oblong ribbed roof. It has a large golden bell inside the church on an account of rich tone. It is the largest church in Goa; the architecture in the Portuguese style is breath-taking. There are more churches in the city such as Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church, Church of St Cajetan which are also depict you some historical stories, and it all have a tremendous architecture, that don’t let you blink your eyes for a moment. Along with churches there is also a Hindu worshipped temple, Shanta Durga Temple 33 kilometer from Panaji. It is the goddess who intermediate between the battle of Lord Shiva and Vishnu.

She placed on her left side Shiva and right hand side Vishnu and settled the fight. The original temple was destroyed by the Portuguese in 1564. Then the shrine was shifted to Kavalem and worship continued there. The temple consists of three other deities which have built on three sides of the temple. The temple is a collection of pyramid roofs with a dome and the pillars and floors are made by the Kashmir stone. It has a huge tank, a Deepstambha, and agrashalas surrounded by the lush plants. You are in Goa then how can you forget about the waterfall and beaches, Dudhsagar Falls as it named sea of milk is located on the Mandovi River . It is four tier waterfalls. It is among India’s tallest waterfalls with a height of 310 meter. It is most enjoyable in monsoon, or you can visit here any time, but it is most glorious in monsoon with full flooded rain, it seems like milky streams are flowing from a height, from the mountain side to indulge you. After the waterfall you can visit to beaches like Chapora Beach, Fort Aguada, Mandrena beach, Asvem beach where you can take a sun bath and relax. Playing volleyball with friends on the coast will make your day, if you are feeling hungry then snacks stalls are also there.

Don’t forget to enjoy the beach party in the night, which will slowly make go with flow, these parties are the sole of the city with a wine glass and delicious seafood such as lobsters, tiger prawns, along with traditional food like sorpotel, sor kadi, vindaloo and xakuti are the dishes you can die for. If you like to go casino and gambling then Casino Royale is there for you. This is the city where you feel the liberty that you always want. You just need a bike, which is easily available here. Enjoy the Konkani music and go crazy with the flow. So this time for making your joyful Go Goa Gone! Go and make best holidays in Goa.

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