Top 10 Things to Do in Goa.Beach

1. Top 10 Things to Do in Goa Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

2. BEACHES • Candolim beach is considered as one of the best sun-kissed beaches in north Goa. It is a beautiful and tranquil beach. Here, you can find the yummiest sea food in Goa! • Baga Beach is visited by a gazillion of tourists annually. It is a popular tourist destination in Goa. Cool crowd, shacks, discos, mambo, music – you will find all of it here. • Vagator beach has a serene and tranquil beach where you can enjoy the sunset view unlike other crowded beaches. You can also try the kickass water sports! • Mandrem is a gorgeous beach between the lush green coconut trees with copious sun loungers. It seems crème-de-la-crème when the tides hit the shores! Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

3. OLD IS GOLD! • Forts : North Goa is well-known for its forts with a spectacular heritage millennia-old. Some of these forts include Chapora Fort, Corjeum Fort, Aguada Fort and the list goes on. • Churches : The churches in Goa have a mind-boggling Portuguese architectural design. Some beautiful beaches in Goa include Bom Jesus Basilica (UNESCO World Heritage Site), St Cajetan Church and many more. • Temples : Temples in North Goa are blissfully soothing and enlightening which are the most popular Hindu shrines in India such as Mangeshi Temple, ShriMahalakshmi Temple, ShriShantadurga Temple and innumerable others. • Museums : The museums in Goa glorify the history and diverse culture of the state by its sculptures, furniture from Portuguese era etc. Some famous museums include Goa State Museum, Museum of Christian Art, Goa ChitraMuseeum, etc. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

4. SPICY SIGHTS • India is better known as “Land of Spices” due to its innumerable vibrant spice flavours that you can find in every nook and crannies of the country. If you can see these spices in their natural habitat. Get ready for Spice Plantation Tour in Goa! • Tropical Spice Plantation: This plantation is located in Keri in PondaTaluka, 29 km from Panaji. The visitors here are served herbal tea after which they are guided for a rejuvenating tour of the plantation. • Pascoal Spice Village: This plantation is located along Mandovi River, 33 km from Panaji. There are array of spice plants and cash crops here. • Sahkar Spice Farm: This spice farm is located on Ponda-Belgaum Road, Curti, 35 km from Panaji. You are guided for the plantation tour and served lunch on a banana leaf. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

5. THE UNCOMMON MARKET OF INGO • The INGO Saturday Nite Bazaar or night market is a humongous shopping event. It also has copious of entertainment events. These events highlight the contemporary culture of Goa. • These Saturday markets operate in the tourist season between Arpora and Anjuna resorts. First night market is held before New Year, while the last in end of April. • The INGO market attracts traders from all round the globe. It has a colossal bracket of products which starts from trinkets to branded products & jewellery. • This market also offers a chance to enjoy different local as well as international cuisines and Goa trance music to visitors. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

6. DOLPHIN DRIVE • Everyone would love the surreal chance to spot dolphins frolicking in the waters of the sea. And Goa offers this with its Dolphin spotting tours where you can try the odds! • In these tours, many local boat owners take you to a trip to glance at the beautiful-playful creature. You can stretch out and relax, snorkel and take pictures on this trip. • The itinerary of the tour includes pick up service in morning, transferring from car to jetty, 1 hour-long spotting of dolphins and then back to hotel north hotel. • Dolphin spotting tours are quite famous in Goa. Some of the paramount beaches that have these tours include Candolim Beach, Calangute Beach, Palolem Beach etc. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

7. ENTER THE JUNGLE • Do you like adventurous jeep safari, cruising into the jungle? Goa offers splendid jeep safaris with the delights of watching various waterfalls in the region. • In these blissful jeep safaris, the visitors are provided with elephant ride, spice plantation tours, chances of watching the wildlife and aquatic life as it traverse through the National Parks. • These jeep safaris packages include picking up from the hotels in Goa and then transferring you to a jeep. There are a lot of things to do on these trips. You can explore the Jungle while staying safe. • The famous jeep safari packages include Dudhsagar waterfall and spice plantation trip; spice plantation and old Goa church tour; Dudhsagar Waterfall and Wildlife Jeep Safari. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

8. A TRYST WITH HISTORY • Portuguese Rule: Portuguese arrived in Goa by the guidance of Vasco Da Gama in 1498 and Goa came under the Portuguese rule when Alfonso de Albuquerque attacked it. Portuguese ruled in Goa for 450 years. • Goa’s Independence: After several failed attempts for revolt by Satyagrahis, the Indian military finally attacked the Portuguese on December 19 1961, and Goans achieved independence. • Portuguese Architectural Buildings: Goa, the “Tourist Paradise”, has exquisite churches and monuments built by the emperors of Portuguese. These buildings include Se Cathedral, Reis Magos Fort, Basilica of Bom Jesus etc. • Present Day: Goa has become a world-famous tourist place with museums displaying heritage artefacts from all time periods and its ancient temples & churches which are now recognised as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

9. HARD ROCK HOTEL • Hard Rock hotel is the best among the 5-star hotels in north Goa and located in Calangute, it is just few blocks away from some eminent beaches of Goa. • The major highlight of the hotel is the rock shows every day such as Rock ‘n Roll Fridays, Alternative Rock Thursday, Retro Sunday Sundowners and many more. • The basic amenities includes the all-day buffets, outdoor pool with party deck, poolside bars and grille, rock spa and shops, Body rock fitness centre. • This hotel has various packages and best venues for weddings, conferences, meetings and other social events with its team of event planners, event production, catering and hospitality specialists which makes it one of the best of luxury five-star hotels in Goa. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

10. MARTIN’S CORNER • Started in 1989 by Mr. Martin, Martins Corner has come long way from corner shop to multicuisine a La carte restaurant that is a paradise of Goan, Indian, Tandoori and continental Chinese cuisines, and delicious seafood. • Martins Corner is located just 900 meters away from the beach and is perfect for corporate events, family get-togethers, and product launches. • It has been awarded with “Life Time Achievement Award” in 2007 and Times Food Award in 2012 for its success and delicious food. • Martin’s Corner has beautiful caricatures of Goan culture all over its walls. Enjoy romantic atmosphere with mesmerising live music under the stars with its outdoor dining service. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

11. ST. ANTHONY’S BEACH SHACK • St. Anthony Beach Shack is beach and Karaoke bar that is famous among seafood lovers. It also has amazingly delicious steaks, desserts and various Indian dishes. • This beach shack is versatile as you can choose your dishes to be cooked in Goan spices, butter ‘n garlic or any other combo that you can think of. • St. Anthony beach shack is located in Baga Beach which is quite near to the hotels goa India. This makes it a sought after place by the beach lovers. • The major highlight of this beach shack is the bars, fast service, soothing ambience and outdoor seating with the fabulous view of the beach. Hard Rock Hotels Goa 370/14, PorbaVaddo, Calangute, Email: reservations@hrhgoa.com Bardez Goa ,403 516 Phone: +91 832 674 5555 India Visit at :- https://www.hardrockhotels.com/goa

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