Arambol Beach in Goa

Arambol Beach is located within the Pernem administrative region of the district of north Goa of the state of Goa, in India. Arambol Beach is placed at just about an hours drive from the Dabolim airport of Goa. Arambol Beach  has a distinct bohemian feel , unlike the other beaches like calangute which no longer have it.  This feel brings most of the international  tourists to the Arambol Beach during the winter season.

Arambol is in the district of North Goa and is located  at about 32 kilometers of northwest of Mapusa.  Because of its remote location  and the  beautiful rock bays in the headland, it attracts many tourists  and gets crowded at times. The main reason for the beach to get too many tourists stems from the fact that the beach has both rocks and sand along the beach.

Places to visit near the Arambol Beach

There are attractive rocky bays which are great for swimming , Querim Beach is located at bout 12 kilometers from this Arambol beach, which is also a pristine and a less crowded stretch. Keri, as called by the locals, is a perfect place to spend the day bathing in the sun and swimming in the sea.

There is an old Portuguese fort called Terekhol fort which is another attraction near the Arambol Beach. This fort lies on the opposite bank and you can ferry across  to see the fort.The Terekhol fort was built in the 18th century  and a small chapelinside is dedicated to St Anthony.

There is a freshwater lake which extends along the bottom of the valley into the jungle. The lake is a good place for the picnics with family and friends. The water in the lake is a mixture of fresh water and sea water. There is a spectacular Banyan tree in the middle of the jungle and adjoining the banyan tree there is a sculpture created by the American Conceptual and Land art artist Jacek Tylicki "Give if you can - Take if you have to" also called "the money stone". The sculpture has become a pilgrim destination.

Accommodation facilities in and around Arambol Beach

Welcome Inn Hotel
Arambol Beach
Arambol, Goa - 403524
Tel : 0832 - 2242510

Siolim House
Opp Wadi Chapel,
Siolim, Bardez,
Goa 403517
Tel : 0832 2272138 / 941, 98225 84560

Hotel Arambol Plaza Goa
Arambol Beach Road, Arambol
Pernem-Goa.
Tel : 0832-2242052 / 961.
Call Rashesh :  0 9545550733
EMail : naksonhotels@gmail.com

Anjuna Beach in Goa

Anjuna Beach  is a favourite with all kinds of tourists  be it locals , monks , hippies, artists, seers or even someone who is looking for a place to relx and rejuvenate oneself.  The beach is full of life and enthusiasm  written all over with long night beach parties from Christmas to New year parties, smanky full moon parties and what not.Anjuna is always there for everything.


Anjuna is located at about 8 kilometers west of Mapusa  and is one of the most popular beaches of Goa, in India. The sea at Anjuna is so calm that you can enjoy swimming and also enjoy the beauty of the sunset from any of the resort windows or balconies. You can also enjoy easy strolls in the snads  as well as funky music  and the loud beach parties  that are common fixtures of the anjuna Beach.

There is a famous flea market  or the shopping hangout of the beach in the cool silvery sands, where you can get anything and everything you might need or ask for.  On the part of Food, Anjuna offers varieties of gourmet foods, from the village hotels as well as proper beach front restaurants but th best bets are the semi open, thatched palm leaf shacks. They specialize in fish delicacies and the western food. You can also get fruits from the beach like watermelon, pineapples and locally grown coconuts.
You can see  here some of the Restaurants at the Anjuna Beach

Some of the Accommodations available on the Anjuna Beach, Goa

Villa Nina
Near Bhumika Temple
Anjuna
Near Ingos Saturdaynite Bazaar
Goa
India
Tel: 0 9823047509
www.primevillasgoa.com

White Negro
Anjuna Beach
Near St anthony Chapel
Bardez
Goa - 403509
India
Tel:  0832 2273326

The Tamarind
Anjuna
Goa - 403509
India
Tel: 0832 2274319
website - www.thetamarind.com

Lotus Inn
Zor Vaddo
Anjuna
Goa
India
Tel: 0832 - 6454669
www.lotusinngoa.com

Country Club De Goa
836/1,Behind Staroo Hotel
Second Left Near Manali Guest House
Anjuna
Goa - 403509
India
Tel: 0832 - 2274741
www.countryclubedegoa.net

Beaches in Goa

Goa is known world wide for the most beautiful and the spectacular beaches it has. Tourists and travellers flock into Goa during the peak seasons that is December to January, every year. Goa is located in the west coast of India by the side of the Arabian sea  and that makes it a holiday maker's paradise.

Goa has about 125 kilometers of coast line  with many palm fringed sandy beaches. These beaches offer the perfect destination either for a honeymoon couple or for a leisure traveller.  There are two districts in Goa, that is  North and South Goa. Anjuna, Baga, Vagator, Bambolim and Dona Paula, are among the well known Goan Beaches in India,  as they offer a great deal of relaxation and recreation as well to the tourists and travellers.

Beaches in North Goa
Arambol,
Morjim,
Chapora,
Vagator,
Anjuna,
Baga,
Calangute,
Candolim,
Sinquerim,
Bambolim,
Miramar,
Ashwem
Dona Paula

These beaches in North Goa are known for Water sports, namely, swimming, river cruising along the Baga, Candolim and the Calangute beaches, water scootering,  dingy sailing, jet skiing para sailing, water skiing, scuba diving, wind surfing and banana boat riding.  These beaches  are  also the venues for the parties, carnivals and outdoor sports etc.

Beaches in South Goa
Bogmalo,
Majorda,
Colva,
Benaulim,
Varca,
Cavelossim,
Mobor,
Canaguinim,
Agonda
Palolem.

The beaches in south Goa are comparatively calmer and quieter, they offer secluded ambiance  along with beautiful scenery and natural beauty.  These beaches are preferred by the tourists who come in to spend time  with their family and friends  and relax as well.

Accommodation facilities at the Beaches in Goa
You can find many luxurious as well as budget hotels and resorts in and around the beaches of Goa. Choose the one you would like to stay in. book the room if you are planning to go there during the Christmas / New year season. Reserving a room is compulsory for you to go to Goa in the months of December and January.

How to Reach Beaches in Goa
You have to reach Panaji  or any other city in Goa. If you are travelling by air, you have to reach Dabolim airport. You can connection flights from whichever international airport you reach in India.
From Dabolim airport you can get prepaid cabs to reach the hotel of your choice.
Likewise you can reach the railway station in Goa and get hired cabs to reach the hotel. Almost all the hotels and the resorts are placed in front of the beaches with their rooms giving you the best view of the sands and the waves of the Arabian Sea.

About Goa, the smallest state in India

Goa is located in the west coastline of India and has an area of about 3762 sq kilometers. Panjim also known as Panaji is the capital city of the state of Goa. Margao(Madgaon), Vasco-Da-Gama, Ponda, Mapusa are the other main cities in the state of Goa.
Languages spoken in the state are Konkani, Hindi, English, Marathi and Portuguese.

Places to visit in Goa
The main tourist attractions of Goa are various sandy and colourful beaches, churches, water sports, historical forts and monuments, Goan cuisine and sea food specialities, flea markets and many more

Where to stay in Goa?
Accommodation facilities are available in plenty. You can get which ever type you like according to your taste and budget. From 5 star restaurants to shacks on the beach front each and every type are available for dining and eat outs.

Best Time to Visit to Goa
During October to March. December and January  are the two festival months there because of Christmas Carnival and new year parties.

How to reach Goa?
You can travel by air, rail or by road to reach Goa.
Dabolim airport is the airport in the state and lies at about 29 kilometers from Panjim the capital city of the state. The airport is connected to most of the cities in India.

There are two main railway stations  in the state namely Madgaon and Vasco. Karmali and Thivim are other two railway stations which are used regularly, Karmali for going towards Panjim and Thivim for going in the direction of  Mapusa / Calanghute.

These stations are well connected to the cities in and around Goa.
If you are travelling by road, NH 17, 17A  and 4A passing through the state. Kadamba bus station is the major inter state bu terminus and is well connected with all the cities around the state.