It was tears and chanting of prayers that mark the departure of a fleet of four ships from a Portuguese harbor late in the fifteenth century, in search of a new tread route to India. After a year of sailing, the sea-faring Portuguese had finally anchored their sail in this remote location on the Indian subcontinent.

Slowly, with the increase in commercial traffic more and more Portuguese merchants and businessmen came and set up their hold in this small beautiful coastal town-Goa, by the Arabian Sea. This is sure that you will never forgot your Goa Tour India

Following the expansion and consolidation of Portuguese Empire – Portuguese language, culture and the legacy of values and ideals of Christianity has been strongly felt in the region. Goa Tourism India. Today this land of golden beaches “Goa” identifies itself as the “Pearl of the Orient” and a “Tourist Paradise”.

There are six main rivers-- the Mandovi, Terekhol (Tiracol), Zuari, Chapora, Sal and Talpona, which weave their way throughout the state forming the inland waterways. A boat ride on river Mandovi is an experience that you will never forget.

Goan cuisine combines the influences of different cultures that the place endures over the centuries. Here the sea and rivers are rich with seafood like - prawns, mackerels, sardines, crabs and lobsters, which are popular among the locals and visitors.

Though Goa retains the unhurried and charming attitude throughout the year, the period between February to March is the best time to be in Goa. It is the time of Goa Festivals, when the streets come alive with full color followed by a week long festival of singing, dancing, loud music, historical plays, lots to eat, floats and processions.