It is popularly said, Goa welcomes you in a world of natural splendour. The moment you enter, you fall in love with it. Every Indian and lot of foreigners makes it a point to travel to Goa atleast once in a life time. It might be a weekend getaway or a longer duration. Whatever the case maybe a two night trip can help you checkout the major locations in North Goa thereby giving you a funfilled holiday and a luxurious stay in Goa.
You can start off by exploring the heritage in Goa in the forms of its religious sites. The Basilica of Bom Jesus and the Se Cathedral are magnificent churches located in Old Goa and they give you a feel the brilliant architectural wonders that they are. After covering this you can proceed to the Mangeshi Temple in Mardol Goa, with is another architectural beauty that catches your eye.
Another must see in Goa are the forts of North Goa namely Fort Aguada in Sinquerim and Reis Magos fort in Verem. Fort Aguada was the most prized and crucial fort of Portuguese. The Reis Magos fort originated as an armed outpost of the Adil Shah of Bijapur in 1493. The fort is now converted into a cultural centre, besides being used a tourist attraction. The forts look beautiful and are situated on a height from where you get a scenic view.
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By evening time you wouldn’t want to miss the sunset on Goa’s beautiful beaches. The entire stretch from Candolim to Vagator has the most pristine beaches with white sands and clear waters. Beaches are synonymous with Goa and one cannot miss out on a good evening stroll on the beach. You can also venture out in the sea for a swim provided you follow the rules and swim in the demarcated area for safe swimming.For a 2 night stay, North Goa has beach resort options in such great numbers that it may confuse you which one would treat you the best.
When it comes to dining, you will have several options and cuisines to try out. The entire stretch of beach is covered by beach shacks and resorts that serve delicious Goan and continental food. There are various other popular restaurants situated in the towns and cities as well.
When night falls, you can get your nocturnal side out and unleash the party animal in you. There are several nightclubs that operate till the wee hours of the morning, dishing out popular dance music while you enjoy a fully stocked up bar.
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A must try while in Goa are the boat cruises that operate in the capital city of Panjim. These cruises take off from the Panjim jetty and venture out into the river Mandovi. You will enjoy live music and good food while on these cruises. It is a good source of entertainment, especially when you are in a group.
If you are in Goa on a Wednesday then try out the flea market in Anjuna, if you are here on a Saturday then go visit the Saturday night market in Arpora. Both the markets buzz with activity and showcase a wide range of products that you can purchase.
You can cover all of the above with ease on a two night stay in Goa. So the next time you are around, don’t forget to incorporate all these in your schedule.
