Places to Stay in Goa: Experience the Allure

If you are a fan of the laid-back lifestyle you will find places to stay in Goa are going to be some of the best in the world. Enjoy a walk around one of the spice plantations and savor the scents. Vanilla is one of the wonderful scents you will experience while on your walk.

Old Goa is a whole area worth seeing just in itself. The many old Portuguese cathedrals that still exist are a part of the history of the area. One of the most popular is the Basilica of Bom Jesus. This was constructed in the 16th century and contains the body of St. Francis Xavier in an elaborate silver casket.

While choosing among the places to stay in Goa you will want to be in the vicinity of the Temple of Shri Mangesh. This temple is not large, but it emits an elegance that cannot be measured. When you see the white tower of the temple you are viewing a landmark that has been in existence for many years.

Another spot just east of Goa is the Dudhsagar Waterfall. This is a must-see especially for those who have never been to Goa. This is a great place to see the animals that call this part of Goa home, especially the monkeys. They are somewhat mischievous and will pilfer through your belongings if left where they can get to them. This is true of any food you may be carrying along.

When visiting places to stay in Goa, you will want to be close enough to see Fort Aguada. Southern Sinquerim, the beach that is near the fort has many facilities that will allow visitors to enjoy various water sports. The fort itself is quite old, having been built in 1612. Once a main defending point at the Mandovi River, it has a lighthouse and a church. It even has a jail, the Aguada Jail.

Goa is one of the most alluring places in the world to visit. The laid-back atmosphere is conducive to visitors who come to play in the sand, enjoy the palms moving to and fro in the warm breeze and the rhythms inspired by Portuguese wines. When you search for places to stay in Goa, Palacete Rodrigues is in the midst of a magnificent garden, leading to a reception area furnished in the style of days gone by. This is well worth checking on when visiting Goa because the Palacete Rodrigues has very nice lodging at a price to fit your budget.

If collecting shells is a favorite pastime you will want to visit Siridao Beach. This area is one of the best for shell hunting - with mother or pearl and oyster shells - for finding many beautiful choices for your collection.

If solitude is one of the aspects you are looking for, you will want to visit Palolem Beach. This area is deserted much of the time and features a semicircular beach with secure swimming and a nearby village. It is secluded and quiet if tranquility is what you have come to this area of Goa to enjoy.

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