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By Padmakshi Posted on April 26, 2022

The Goa of the past: Madgaon and Chandor

Margao (Madgaon), one of Goa’s biggest cities filled with unrestored colonial buildings gives you the feel of authentic Goa. Meanwhile, the surrounding villages (such as Chandor and Loutolim) offer a … Continue reading The Goa of the past: Madgaon and Chandor

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Braganza-Pereira mansion, Chandor, Goa, heritage houses, loutolim, Margao
By Padmakshi Posted on April 15, 2022

Awesome beaches around Palolem

Walk just a few minutes away from the famous Palolem beach to find yourself alone with nature. Patnem, just north of Palolem, looks quite similar to its famous neighbour but … Continue reading Awesome beaches around Palolem

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: beach hopping, Colomb Beach, Goa, Palolem Beach, Patnem Beach, Rajbag Beach, South Goa, Talpona River
By Padmakshi Posted on April 12, 2022April 16, 2022

Palolem – the postcard Goa

Palolem is often listed as the most beautiful beach in Goa. This halfmoon-shaped, long and relatively narrow white sand beach fringed by palm trees is incredibly popular among foreign and … Continue reading Palolem – the postcard Goa

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: beach, Goa, Palolem
By Padmakshi Posted on April 3, 2022

Butterfly Beach and Cola Beach: mini-treks from Agonda

Agonda has a brilliant location, close to a virgin, tiny Butterfly Beach and pristine Cola Beach with its shallow, freshwater lagoon. Those places can be reached by scooter, by boat, … Continue reading Butterfly Beach and Cola Beach: mini-treks from Agonda

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Agonda beach, beach hopping, blue lagoon, butterfly beach, cola beach, Goa
By Padmakshi Posted on March 25, 2022

Agonda Beach – the epitome of tranquillity

Agonda used to be Goa’s hidden gem. Although those days are gone and now the beach is lined with mostly posh huts, it is still a very peaceful place. The … Continue reading Agonda Beach – the epitome of tranquillity

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Agonda beach, beach hopping, Goa
By Padmakshi Posted on March 18, 2022

The Churches of Old Goa, the lanes of Panaji

When visiting Goa, you shouldn’t miss the Old Goa and the state’s capital, Panaji (Panjim). Panaji is probably the quietest and most pleasant of all Indian capitals. The labyrinthine Latin … Continue reading The Churches of Old Goa, the lanes of Panaji

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Bom Jesus, Fontainhas, Old Goa, Panaji, Panjim, UNESCO World Heritage Site
By Padmakshi Posted on March 9, 2022

Arambol – the last stronghold of hippies in Goa

Arambol is a small town in northern Goa set at a long, sandy Arambol beach. Despite growing commercialisation, plenty of restaurants and sunbeds along the coastline, it decisively remains the … Continue reading Arambol – the last stronghold of hippies in Goa

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Arambol, Goa, Kalacha Beach, North Goa, sweet water lake
By Padmakshi Posted on March 2, 2022

Mumbai to Goa (and back)

If you want to save money, get to Mumbai by plane and make the remaining journey to Goa by train from there. Depending on how much time you have, you … Continue reading Mumbai to Goa (and back)

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: CSTM train station, Goa, Goa public transport, Konkani railway, Mumbai, train to Goa, travel in Goa
By Padmakshi Posted on February 19, 2022April 16, 2022

Intro to India: Goa

Goa is one of the smallest, yet most famous states in India. Sandwiched between Maharashtra and Karnataka, roughly in the middle of India’s western coast, Goa is a prime beach … Continue reading Intro to India: Goa

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: Chandor, Goa, Goa beaches, India, Margao, Old Goa, Panjim
By Padmakshi Posted on August 24, 2021

Mamallapuram (part two): among ancient temples

Mamallapuram is most famous for a group of monuments dating from 7-8th century. The entire complex was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amazingly, this vast area covered with ancient … Continue reading Mamallapuram (part two): among ancient temples

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: India, Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu, UNESCO heritage site
By Padmakshi Posted on July 11, 2021

Mamallapuram and Dakshina Chitra: Tamil heritage through the ages

Mamallapuram, previously called Mahabalipuram, is a top tourist destination in Tamil Nadu. The town draws scores of visitors due to a large area covered with temples and stunning sculptures from … Continue reading Mamallapuram and Dakshina Chitra: Tamil heritage through the ages

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: beach in Mamallapuram, Dakshina Chitra, Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu, Tiger Cave
By Padmakshi Posted on June 21, 2021

Puducherry – Tamil city with a French vibe

Puducherry (previously called Pondicherry)- a former French colony draws with the White Town- with lots of European buildings, churches and shops selling baguettes and croissants. Some areas in the old … Continue reading Puducherry – Tamil city with a French vibe

Categories: Asia, IndiaTags: French Institute in Puducherry, Puducherry, Sri Aurobindo ashram, Tamil Nadu, White Town

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