We decided to base ourselves at Panjim in Central Goa. Panjim is a compact city and can easily be explored on foot.
Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
Portuguese era buildings
Goan azulejos (Portuguese blue and white tiles) in Fontainhas – the old Latin Quarter of Panjim
Fresh seafood is a staple food in Goa - Fish platter, Ritz Classic Restaurant
We visited the weekly Mapusa Friday Market in North Goa.
Vagator Beach, North Goa
Chapora Fort, Vagator, North Goa
Safa Masjid – Mughal era mosque in East Goa
Dudhsagar Waterfall, East Goa, on the border of Karnataka State
On our final day, we spent a few hours in Old Goa, wandering around the Portuguese churches, chapels and convents in the historical city.
Ruins of the 40 metre high tower and the red laterite walls of St Augustine’s Church
Basilica de Bom Jesus (the remains of St Francis Xavier are interred here)
The Se Cathedral
Statue of Vasco de Gama (Portuguese explorer) at the top of the Viceroy’s Arch, looking out to sea
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