Goa City Guide

Goa is undoubtedly one of the most sought after tourist destinations in India. The state is divided into two halves namely north Goa and south Goa. The various towns and cities of Goa are known for their historical monuments and many other tourist attractions. The administrative headquarters and capital city of Goa is Panaji. The cities of Goa are a unique blend of sophistication as well as tradition. You will find modern buildings, historical monuments, temples, churches, beaches, sanctuaries, etc. all blending perfectly into the scenic landscape of Goa.

Mapusa
Mapusa is a favorite tourism destination among those who travel to Goa. This is because Mapusa city is closest to all popular beaches in Goa. This place is the headquarters of the Bardez Taluka and is at a distance of around 13 kilometers from Panaji. The best time to travel to Mapusa is from October to April. The weather is just fine to let you enjoy your trip.

Margao
Margao is an important city in Goa and is also the second largest. It is a major commercial center of Goa. Margao is also the administrative capital of south Goa and is the capital of Salcete Taluka. When you travel to Margao, you will definitely feel the old world charm that still lingers in this place.

Panaji
Panaji is the capital city of Goa and is the third largest city in Goa. The city of Panaji was known by the name of Panjim during the Portugal rule. The official name now is Panaji, though it is known as Panjim among locals even today. Though it is a small city, people travel to Panaji just to relax and watch time go by slowly.

Ponda
Ponda city in Goa is the place where Hinduism is at its maximum. It can be easily tagged as the heart of Hinduism in Goa. During the Portugal rule, many Hindus abandoned their houses located near the coasts and proceeded towards the interiors of Goa. A large number of them went to Ponda and settled there.

Vasco Da Gama
Vasco Da Gama is an important town that is located in south Goa district in the Marmagoa Taluka. It is located at a distance of around 30 kilometers from Panaji, the capital city of Goa. The location of Vasco Da Gama is such that it overlooks the Zuari River. It was one of the busiest ports on the west coast of the Indian sub continent when the Portuguese acquired it in 1543.