Jog Falls is a spectacular waterfall in the Shivamogga district of Karnataka and is located approx 72 kms from Honnavar. Touted as the second highest waterfall in India and 13th in the world by the waterfall database, the Jog Falls is a sight to behold! This waterfall is formed when the Sharavathi River descends down around […]
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Ancestral Goa – Big Foot: Loutolim
Loutolim is a wonderful village in Goa with a tranquil feel, letting you soak in some ‘Susegado’, quite literally! Lush paddy fields, canopy of big branched out trees and an untouched Portuguese heritage welcome you at this ancestral wonder. Located just 10 kilometers away from Margao, Loutolim houses the pristine white Church of Salvador do […]
Tis the Season to be Jolly!
December is the month when people from all nooks, especially the northern part of the country wish to flock to warmer and sunny places like Goa. This month in Goa is called the ‘season’ as it calls for the highest number of tourists who come visiting for vacation, relaxation and spending their Christmas holidays! The […]
Morjim – Little Russia in Goa
OVERVIEW Named after Goddess Morjai, Morjim is a tiny town located in the Pernem Taluka of North Goa and situated on the northern bank of the Chapora River. It is home to the Olive ridley sea turtles & a variety of birds as well. Morjim is famously known as ‘Little Russia’ or ‘Morjimograd’ due to […]
St. Francis Xavier Feast December 2018
Paying homage to the patron saint of Goa, St. Francis Xavier, the feast of St Francis Xavier is one of the best celebrations in the state. Celebrated every year from the 21st November to 2nd January, Goa sees believers from all over the world gathering to celebrate the death anniversary of the revered saint that falls on the 3rd December. […]
November [2016] a Time to be in Goa
November is one of the best times to visit Goa … the weather is sweet and pleasant and sunsets a treat to watch… November is the best to attend festivals or lay back and reconnect to nature at the Dudhsagar Falls or the Mollem National Park… November is the time for festivals. Diwali will be […]
Goa’s Portuguese Heritage
Goa was a Portuguese colony since the 1500s, when they first arrived on Indian soil. They left only in the year 1961, leaving behind a legacy of their culture, food, traditions and a heavy influence in Goa. A remarkable Portuguese feature seen all over Goa is the European styled architecture – structures, buildings, churches! The […]
Hiccupping in Goa !
Goa is synonymous to parties and merry making. People from all over the world come to Goa to have a good time and are marveled by the choices and prices of alcohol in this tiny state. Being a Union Territory, Goa has lesser rates minus various taxes on alcohol, making it a delight for party […]
The Gushing Arvalem
The view of water gushing and flowing is always a mesmerizing sight to see. Waterfalls have always been a visitor’s delight in any part of the world. The Arvalem waterfall in Goa promises to keep up with expectations! Although comparatively smaller and less popular than the mighty Dudhsagar waterfall, the Arvalem or Harvalem as it […]
Dudhsagar Falls
Dudhsagar is a four-tiered waterfall situated on Mandovi River at the Goa-Karnataka border. It is one of the main attractions in Goa & is the 4th tallest waterfall in India. The best time to visit the waterfalls is during the monsoon season. HOW TO GET THERE By Road From Dabolim Airport Duration: 2 hrs 10 […]