Monday, December 27, 2010

Goa Tourism Main Tour Spots

 Goa Tourism Main Tourist attractions Hotels Train Bus Packages North Goa .... South Goa

 Goa Carnival -
Celebrated in : February
Duration Of The Festival : 3 Days and 3 Nights.
Fort Aguada,, Goa
Although introduced by the Portuguese who ruled this territory for over 50 years, from 1510 to 1961, the three-day festival primarily celebrated by Christians, has absorbed Hindu tradition-bound revelry and western dance forms, and stimulated by the artistry of the Goan genius turned into a pageantry of singular effervescence.
Dhudhsagar waterfall 
Dhudsagar Waterfall is situated in the border of Goa and Karnataka in Sanguem Taluka . The waterfall is situated at Bhagwan Mahavir Wild Life Sanctuary. Castle Rock is a nearby town to visit. The Waterfall looks like streams of milk . There is a railway line in front of the Water Fall offering a magnificent , divine look . 
 

 





Basilica of Bom Jesus
Shanta Durga Temple, Goa



Water skiing Surfing Snorkeling and scuba diving Para-sailing Jet-skiing Speedboat rides Knee and wake boarding Banana, Bump and bingo rides
 Baga beach – Water sport facilities  is the main attractions. Moreover, the 30 kilometer stretch of coastline is a treat to the eye.  
Arambol beach – Located close to the city of Mapusa, the beach offers a taste of tranquil beauty. The beach also has the added attraction of the hot water springs, and a large number of shops nearby. The beach is a great place for food lovers as there are a huge number of shops in the area that serves exotic sea food.  
Dona Paula beach – Dona Paula’s tourist attraction goes much beyond natural beauty as the beach also has facilities for a number of water sports. Hence, the particular beach Goa has multi-dimensional attractions. Colva Beach – As said earlier, Goa possesses a number of isolated beaches as well. Among those, the Colva beach is the most prominent one. The serene beauty of the beach added with calm surrounding offers the perfect place for relaxation.  
Calangute beaches – Popular as the ‘Queen of Beaches’, the Calangute beach is a great experience for tourists as the golden sands, the palm trees make it a picturesque place. The fired prawns and the beer available will make it a truly relaxing experience.
Vaiguinim Beach , Varca Beach , Miramar beach   
Mahalaxmi Temple, Goa


TEMPLE  Shree Mallikarjun Temple , The Hari Mandir ,Mahalaxmi Temple ,Ram Mandir ,Bodhgeshwar Temple  ,Shree Mallikarjun Temple  ,Vithal Temple
CHURCH Convent & Church of St. Francis of Assisi  ,Se Cathedral ,The Church of St. Alex – Curtorim ,Se Cathedral .  
Monuments and museums in Goa Aguda Fort  ,Fortress of Colvale  ,Fort of Sanquelim  ,Cabo da Rama , Mormugao Fort , Chapora Fort  


                                                               



                                                               
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Tiracol Fort Goa
List of museums are as follows: Sculpture Gallery  ,The Christian Art Gallery and The Cultural Anthropology Gallery ,The Religious Expression Gallery ,The Contemporary Art Gallery and the Western Bronzes Gallery, Archaeological Museum & Portrait Gallery ,Banerji Art Gallery    
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Statue of Abbe Faria


Heritage sites in Goa Caves at Mangueshi ,Buddhist Caves of Remona ,Statue of Abbe Faria ,The Viceroy Arc ,Caves at Khandepa  ,Tiracol Fort  ,Shantadurga Temple
Mangueshi Temple, Goa

    TOURISM IN INDIA

    Taj Mahal , Akshardham Temple , Golden Temple , Hawa Mahal , Kerala Backwaters , Victoria Memorial , Gateway of India , Charminar , Ajanta Ellora Caves , Bodhi Temple, Mysore Palace ....

    Main tourist Attractions of India Tourism in India Packages Hotels Operators Guide Visiting Places

    Taj Mahal

    Located in Agra city of Uttar Pradesh, the world famous Taj Mahal is one of the seven 'Wonders of the World.' Built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, Taj Mahal stands as a symbol of eternal love for centuries.

    BY AIR- Indian Airlines (Domestic Airline in India) runs daily flights from Delhi to Agra. Kheria Airport (Airport of Agra) is about 6 km from the Agra city

    BY RAIL -Well connected by excellent train services to Delhi such as The Shatabdi Express (2 hrs), Taj Express (2.5 hrs), Intercity Express (3 hrs).


    Akshardham Temple

    The massive temple is located in Delhi, on the banks of the river Yamuna. The temple complex sprawls over 100 acres, is an amazing world of Indian culture ornate with 20,000 statues, floral motifs, arches and intricately carved pillars.

    Location - East Delhi, on Yamuna bank near Nizam -ud-Din Bridge.

    How to Reach -Take an auto or cab or disembark at Indraprastha Metro station

    Golden Temple

    The Golden Temple or Sri Harmandir Sahib or Sri Darbar Sahib, is situated in Amritsar, Punjab. Built by Guru Arjan Sahib, the temple is visited by thousands of devotees throughout the year.

    How to reach the Golden Temple

    Air : Flights operate to the Rajasansi airport at Amritsar from many national destinations. Rail : Regular trains operate between Amritsar and national capital Delhi. Road : Buses are available to Amritsar from Delhi and other destinations of Punjab. Amritsar is at a distance of 234 kms from Chandigarh and 464 kms from Delhi.



    Hawa Mahal-Situated in Jaipur, Rajasthan, Hawa Mahal is a major landmark of Rajputs rulers. Built in the traditional Rajpur architecture, the five story palace offers the breathtaking view of city. How to Reach -By Air Jaipur is connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Udaipur, Jodhpur, Aurangabad, Kolkata and Varanasi by domestic flights.By Rail Jaipur is well connected to major cities of India by rail. The train service to Jaipur is available from all the major parts of the country.By Road Jaipur can be accessed from all the major places in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Delhi and Mumbai by bus.


    Kerala Backwaters

    Kerala is famous worldwide for its tranquil backwaters, which offer amazing boating experiences. The backwaters are created by to and fro motion of sea waves in the forms of lagoons, lakes and estuaries.

    Air -The two international airports in Kerala - Thiruvananthapuram International Airport and Kochi International Airport, and a domestic airport in Kozhikode are strategically located. All public and private airlines operating regular flights link these airports to major airports in India as well as abroad.Rail- Most of the places in and out of Kerala are interconnected by 200 Railway Stations . Direct trains to Kerala can be availed from Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Calcutta and other major Indian cities


    Victoria Memorial ( KOLKATA )

    The memorial situated in Kolkata, West Bengal was built in attempt to match the Taj Mahal. The neo-classical marble building, opened in the year 1921, is a blend of classical western and Mughal architecture style.How to Reach:Air: There is N.S.C. International airport at Dumdum in Kolkata. Regular flights to rest of India and world are available here.Rail: Kolkata is very well connected to rest of India through two major railway station, Sealdah and Howrah.Road: Kolkata is connected to the rest of India by excellent road network.


    Gateway of India

    Situated in Mumbai, Gateway of India is one of the famous landmark of the city. The historical monument consists of a central hall with big archways.

    Inaugurated in:1924 AD Highlight:It is an excellent example of Indo-Saracenic style of architecture.

    How to Reach - One can easily reach Gateway of India by hiring taxis or autos, or by boarding buses or trains from the city.

    Charminar

    Charminar the landmark of Hyderabad city, got its name from its four minarates (towers). It was Built in 1591 by Sultan Mohammed Quli Qutub Shahi, the 56 metre high monument has beautiful galleries and arches. Places Nearby Worth Visiting:

    Mecca Masjid is a very nice masjid at the distance of 1 km.Golkonda fort is around 16 kms from the Minar.Hussain Sagar is a lake in Hydrabad city. Nice place to g for evening walk. Salarjung art museum.Falaknuama PalaceChilkur Balaji Temple

    How to Reach - Hyderabad is well connected with the rest of the country by air, railways and roads. Once in Hyderabad, the local transport like auto-rickshaws and taxis should get you to Charminar.

    Ajanta Ellora Caves-The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ajanta Ellora Caves are situated in Aurangababd district of Maharashtra. The caves have many temples of Hindus, Jains and Buddhists faiths.By Air : The nearest airport from Ajanta caves is the Aurangabad domestic airport (99 kms). By Rail : Aurangabad is directly linked to Mumbai and Pune by rail. Jalgaon, a railhead on the Central Railways line, is 59 kilometres from Ajanta. Two trains Tapovan Express and Devgiri Express depart daily from Mumbai to Aurangabad.By Road :Well connected to rest of India



    Bodhi Temple

    The Bodhi Temple located in Bodh Gaya, Bihar is one of the sacred places of worship for Buddhists. The magnificent Bodhi temple is an architectural blend of many cultures.dfsaa How to Reach - Air : The nearest airport is Gaya (12 Kms) and Patna (135 Kms).. The flights of Indian Airlines connect Patna to Kolkata, Mumbai, Delhi, Ranchi, Lucknow and many other cities.Rail : Gaya Railway Station (12 Kms) is the major rail head. .Road : Bodh Gaya is well connected by good network of roads to Gaya (12 Kms), Patna (135 Kma), Nalanda (101 Kma), Rajgir (78 Kms) and Varanasi (252 Kms). Regular buses run from Gaya, Patna, Nalanda, Rajgir and Varanasi. Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation run buses from Patna twice a day.

    Mysore Palace

    The palace also called as the Amba Vilas is the main palace of Mysore.. The architecture of the palace is the amalgamation of Dravidian, Indo-Saracenic, Roman and Oriental styles.

    How to Reach- By Train-Mysore is connected with a number of trains to Bangalore. The super fast luxury train the Shatabdi Express connects Mysore to Madras. The quickest and most comfortable way to reach Mysore is via Bangalore.

    By Air - The nearest airport to Mysore is Bangalore (139 km). By Road -Mysore is 139kms to the south west of Bangalore, well connected with rest of India.