Though Goa is world famous
for its beautiful and exotic beaches; it also houses some of
the best monuments of India. Goa is regarded as one of the most
popular tourist destinations all over the world. It is a lively
town where everyone lives on water sports and beach fun. The
Goa tourism department regularly organizes pleasure cruises
here. Water sports are favorite tourist activities in Goa.
The most popular tourist destinations in Goa are
Basilica of Bom Jesus Church:
The Tomb of Father St Francis Xavier, where his remains are
housed in a silver casket. There is also an art gallery n ext
to the Basilica.
Church of the Lady of Immaculate Conception:
The most important church of worship in town, it holds Mass
in three different languages - English, Konkani and Portuguese.
Se Cathedral: The largest
church in Goa, built in Portuguese-Gothic style with a Tuscan
exterior and Corinthian interior. The tower houses the 'Golden
Bell', the resonant rings of which can be heard thrice daily.
Fort Aguada: on the mouth
of the Mandovi River is situated the Fort Aguada. It was built
by Portuguese in 1612 to protect the shores from the Maratha
and Dutch raiders. Sinquerim beach, which is just below the
fort, has facilities for sailing and jet skiing. You can also
find numerous natural springs in and around the fort.
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary:
It is located near Panjim along Mandovi River, this bird sanctuary
has an area over 2 sq km. Local and migratory birds can be seen
here in abundance.
Terekhol Fort: it was built
by the Portuguese on the banks of the Terekhol river and has
now been converted into a heritage hotel. The famous Querim
beach is located close to the fort.
Other important tourist spot are the Church of St. Francis of
Assissi (a museum for Goan antiques), Dona Paula, a small palm
fringed beach with casuarinas groves and tranquility and Fontanhas,
the Latin quarters.
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