About Goa

Goa is a tiny emerald land on the West coast of India that was liberated from Portuguese rule in 1961. Its long history as a Portuguese colony prior to 1961 is evident in its preserved 17th-century churches and the area’s tropical spice plantations.

It was a part of the Union Territory of Goa, Daman & Diu till 30th May 1987, when it was carved out to form a separate state.

Goa is flanked by the Arabian Sea on the West and Sahyadri Mountains on the East; the Trekhol River separates it from Maharastra in the North, while to the South it borders the state of Karnataka.

Getting Around

There are many options to get around in Goa.

• Public transport largely consists of privately operated buses linking the major towns to rural areas.
• Hired forms of transport include unmetered taxis and auto-rickshaws.
• A popular mode of transportation in Goa is the motorcycle taxi, which is considered to be the cheapest mode of transport. These vehicles are operated by drivers, locally referred to as pilots, who transport a single pillion rider.
• You can also rent out a motorcycle and explore the many contrasts that Goa has to offer around every twist and turn.
• Another hassle-free option would be to book a taxi or vehicle run by the Govt/GTDC.

Top attractions in Goa