Goa Travel
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 The origin of Goa goes back to the ancient period when it was known by several names such as Gomanchala, Gomant, Goapuri, Gowapur and Gopakapattana. Before being captured by the Portuguese in 1510 AD, Goa was ruled by many dynasties such as the Mauryans, Satvahanas, Bhojas, Chalukyas, Rashtrakutas, Kadamba, Alauddin Khilzi, Vijaynagar Empire, Bahamanis and Adil Shahi Dynasty. It is thus the background of Goa is lined with churches, convents and temples. Whenever one thinks of Goa Travel, the first picture that comes to his mind is about the beaches of Goa. But Goa Travel is a more enriching experience than just the beaches. Rich in culture Goa Travel offers you picturesque beaches, magnificent churches and historic temples to explore and admire.
Goa has an impressive 100 km long coastline with some of the best beaches in the world. On Goa travel, enjoy the beauty of the beaches to the optimum by playing with the waves, getting tan under the sun, strolling on the seashore and collecting seashells, peeping into the beach-side curio stalls and savoring hot Goan cuisine. Water sports facilities are also well developed on the beaches of Goa where you can enjoy, swimming, catamaran sailing, motorboat rides, water scooter rides, parasailing, water-skiing, snorkeling and scuba diving. The beaches that one must visit on Goa Travel are Agonda Beach, Anjuna Beach, Benaulim Beach, Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, Cavelossim Beach, Colva Beach, Dona Paula Beach, Mabor Beach, Palolem Beach, Vagator Beach and Varca Beach.
The churches are the second major attraction on Goa Travel after the beaches. The old churches are the legacy of the Portuguese rule in Goa and were constructed between the 16th and the 17th century AD. Due to their historical importance and aesthetic beauty, the churches and convents of Goa are enlisted as the World Heritage Site. The important churches to visit while on Goa Travel are Se Cathedral, Church of St. Francis Of Assisi, Chapel of St. Catherine, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Church of Lady of Rosary, Church of St. Augustine, Church of St. Catejan, Church of St. Xavier, Church of St. Anthony, Church of St. Lady of the Mount, Church of St. Peter, Church Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, Convent of Santa Monica, Reis Magos Church, Church of the Three Magi Kings, Church of Mae de Dens, Church of St. Alex, Church of St. Anne and Rachol Seminary.
Most people might not be aware of the fact that there are several historic temples in Goa. These temples have survived in spite of the Portuguese control for many centuries. Noteworthy for their simple architectural style, the temples in Goa are shrouded by beetle nut tree, coconut palms and have clear water lakes around them. On Goa travel, one must visit the Shanta Durga Temple, Sri Ganapati Temple, Mahalakshmi Temple, Sri Nagesh Maharudra Temple, Sri Ananta Temple, Sri Chandreshwar Temple and Devaki-Krishna Temple.
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