Want to stand apart from the crowd and party in a unique way? Then the Woof Woof boat party in Goa is for you. The company offers day excursions and trips aboard their teak wood boat. The 52-feet (15.84-meter) long boat can accommodate 12 people at one go and you can book them for private parties with friends, family or colleagues. Sublime, one of the best restaurants in the city caters the meal and there is an in-house DJ who spins some of the best beats.
At Konkan Explorers, the marine life is experienced like no other. Although most people know Goa for its sand, sun, and beaches, Konkan Explorers offers a completely different take on all these things. There are so many nice activities to do like rafting, boating, kayaking, canoeing along with deep sea diving which will show you a completely different side of the city. You can get in touch with them and experience all this for yourself.
A stroll down the Portuguese influenced 18th June Road in Panjim leads you to one of Goa's leading cultural and performing arts centers. Surrounded by beautiful trees and the scenic Mandovi River, most of the culturally poignant events have taken place here. The ground floor of the Academy houses astonishing illusion paintings and a Ganesh idol made of coconuts. As you move ahead, you find a lounge area for artists and VIPs which has the art gallery on the right side. The Kala Academy also has on an administrative block, a black box area where most smaller events take place, an open-air amphitheater and the Dinanath Mangueshkar Hall which is the main performing AC auditorium. At the rear end, lies a sprawling landscaped garden which overlooks the river offering gorgeous views.
Dedicated to Christianity's most famous female martyr Catherine of Alexandria, the Se Cathedral in Old Goa was designed by Ambrosio Argueiro and Julio Simao in 1562 and completed in 1619. The result of a 57 year long period of construction was a masterpiece which successfully infused Corinth, Tuscan, Portuguese and Gothic elements of architecture within it. The Golden Bell which is rated to be one of the finest in the world because of its distinctive rich peal, is housed in this cathedral. To the right, lies the Chapel of The Cross of Miracles where Christ is said to have appeared here in 1919. Folklore has it that this cross has been growing bigger and bigger ever since. St. Francis Xavier of Assisi also baptized a number of indigenous Goans in the baptismal here.
Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site area of Old Goa, the Basilica of Bom Jesu houses the corporeal remains of St. Francis of Xavier, which have miraculously still not decayed but remain as fresh as ever. And this is no urban legend because once in every 12 years, the remains are exposed to the general public for veneration. This 400-year-old church stands straight with simple exteriors built using red bricks and sandstone however the interiors are adorned with some interesting paintings that depict the life of the saint. A magnificently gilded alter leaves many impressed.
Anyone who has visited Goa would have noticed the distinct cultural flavor that exists in the language, furniture, food as well as clothing of the people. However, after the rise in tourism as well as modernization, these characteristics of the Goan culture are slowly diminishing. Goa Chitra is an ethnographic museum which aims to preserve the craftsmanship, culture and art of the civilizations that existed in Goa previously. Founder Victor Hugo Gomes, who is a professional curator and restorer, is very passionate about the cause and has collected and preserved nearly 4000 artifacts, and his collection is only increasing. His main objective was to offer information to historians, anthropologist and the like and to anyone who is interested in Goan culture and art.
Goan history is like an exquisite yarn spun by time. Even before the Aryans or the Portuguese set foot in Goa, Mapusa was a bustling market town in North Goa. Indigenous agrarian communities that existed then, began the trend that has continued over the years. Today, Mapusa is a commercial center and holds legendary markets every Friday that are a colorful sight to behold, benefiting both locals and tourists. The town comes to life during Feast days and festivities, as also local events thatare sure to keep you coming back for more. If you want to take home sweet memories of the city, booking a room at the Goa Tourism Developmant Corporation's Mapusa Residency is a splendid idea as the city has limited accommodation options. A must-visit while in Goa.
Usgalimal Rock Engravings, situated approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) from Margao, is a prehistoric site belonging to the Upper Paleolithic era. Discovered in 1993, the site displays evidences that traces the earliest human establishment back to approximately 20,000 years. The sight of more than 100 different forms of animal, human and labyrinth figures on the laterite rocks that are spread across 500 square meters (5380 square feet) is breathtaking.
Located in the tiny hamlet of Shirgaon in Bicholim is the Lairai Temple. The shrine is dedicated to goddess Lairai. The architecture of the temple is unique, with a dome and a tall pyramid like tower adorning the top. An annual festival called Igituna Chalne is held at the temple to offer praise and worship to the goddess. Thousands of followers flock to the temple each year to pay homage to the goddess.
Want to stand apart from the crowd and party in a unique way? Then the Woof Woof boat party in Goa is for you. The company offers day excursions and trips aboard their teak wood boat. The 52-feet (15.84-meter) long boat can accommodate 12 people at one go and you can book them for private parties with friends, family or colleagues. Sublime, one of the best restaurants in the city caters the meal and there is an in-house DJ who spins some of the best beats.
If you talk about jewelry, then Cheshire Cat Gallery in Goa is the place to be at. This zone is dedicated to creating one of the best and globally recognized brands of jewelry called Van Andel & Peace. The collection has some exquisite pieces which are handcrafted by the owners and their master artisans and craftsmen within the building itself. There are so many beautiful pieces of jewelry on display and you can even purchase something if you like.