Owing to its 110-kms long palm-fringed coastline , Goa is blessed with fabulous, serene and salubrious beaches. The entire coastline is studded with picturesque small and big beaches each, with an identity of its own.

ANJUNA

Fringed by groves of swaying coconut palms, the curve of soft white sand conforms more closely to the archetypal vision of paradise than any other beach on the north coast. Bathing is generally safer than at most of the nearby resorts, too, especially at the more peaceful southern end, where a rocky headland keeps the sea calm and the undertow to a minimum. North of the market ground, the beach broadens, running in an uninterrupted kilometer long stretch of steeply shelving sand to a low red cliff.

CALANGUTE

It is the most popular holiday resort in Goa for its splendor. Excellent accommodation facilities are available, particularly at the Tourist Resort and cottages. One among the favourite beaches of the foreign tourist.

VAGATOR

Barely a couple of kilometers of cliff tops and parched grassland separate Anjuna from the southern fringes of its nearest neighbour, Vagator. A desultory collection of ramshackle farmhouses and picturesque old Portuguese bungalows scattered around a network of leafy lanes, the village is entered at the east via a branch off the Mapusa Road, which passes a few small guest-houses and restaurants before running down to the sea.

DONAPAULA

An idyllic picturesque spot. Located here is the official residence of the Governor of Goa and a historic cemetery which dates way back to the 19th centaury. Commands a fine view of the Zuari estuary and Mormugao Harbour. Water Scootering facilities is available here.

COLVA

Colva beach is the pride of Salcette and the only rival to Calangute by its scenic splendor. Here, sand, sea and sky blend in enchanting natural harmony unspoiled by men. Have good accommodation facilities, particularly at the tourist cottages.

PALOLEM

Just west of Chaudi one of the most enchanting beaches in Goa and relatively deserted, with a backdrop of the Western Ghats, situated in Southern Taluka of Canacona.

ASHVEM

Ashvem forms the coastline to the north of Siolim. It is a very beautiful and peaceful beach which very few people are aware of. It has about six local shacks selling food and drinks, and has little more than bamboo huts for tourist accommodation. .