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Panaji Tour
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Panaji or Panjim is the
Capital city of Goa and is also the headquarters of the
North Goa district. Located on the banks of the river
Mandovi, it is a beautiful and a small city. With an area of
35.99 sq kms, it has a population of 100,000 (approx.).
Panaji has a lot of Portuguese influence on its culture,
food and architecture because of the Portuguese reign.
Portuguese liberated Panaji in the year 1961 and it became
the Capital of Goa in the year 1987. People of Panaji are
very easy going and peace loving. Music and dance is an
integral part of their lives. Major languages spoken here
are Konkani, Portuguese, Marathi, Hindi and English.
With beautiful and charming locations Panaji invites
tourists from all over the world to explore its charm. It
provides a perfect blend of sun, sand and fun. Panaji has
lots to offer, you name it and you've got it....temples,
forts, beaches ........
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Tourist Attractions in Panaji
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The Church square: The Church Square is the center of
attraction, it forms the heart of Panaji. It has the church of
The Lady of Immaculate Conception which is absolutely spell
bounding and photogenic.
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The Archaeological museum: The museum has been
maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and it
has been functioning since 1964 in the abandoned convent of
St. Francis of Assisi. The museum has a good collection of
sculptures, paintings, old coins and other ancient items.
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Miramar Beach: Its the nearest beach from Panaji. It is
a marsh beach encircled by Palm trees. This beach also
provides the enchanting view of the Aguada fort lying across
the Mandovi river.
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Arjuna beach: This beach is famous for its Flea market
held every Wednesday. It also provides a mesmerizing view of
nearby Chapora fort and the Vagator. Anjuna Beach is the
favorite of all kinds of tourists.
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Biocholim: Biocholim is known for waterfalls and Mayem
lake, which is a popular picnic spot. It has temples like Shri
Datta Mandir, Vithal Mandir, Saptakoteshwar temple and Aravlem
caves
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Fort Aguada Beach
Resort-Goa
Built, into the ramparts of a 16th centuary Portuguese
forttress , Fort Aguada Beach Resort is a fascinating
structure where romance whispers from the elegant terraces
down to the emerald gardens.
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