Goa is the smallest state in the Indian Union is located on its western coast. This erstwhile Portuguese colony is a prime vacation destination for international and Indian tourists alike. Goa borders the Arabian Sea and the states of Maharastra and Karnataka, and two of its greatest attractions are its laid-back pace of life and its 105 km long coastline, which is made up of several white sand beaches.
The Mandovi River divides Goa into the two distinct districts of North and South Goa. The administrative capital of Goa is Panaji which is located in the commercialized area of North Goa.
North Goa is the setting for all the main tourist activity, which is concentrated on the dining, shopping and entertainment establishments along the beaches of Baga, Calangute, Anjuna, Candolim etc. However in recent years, South Goa has also seen some planned development in the form of several five star luxury resorts such as the Leela Goa, Taj Exotica and the Park Hyatt.
The Mandovi River divides Goa into the two distinct districts of North and South Goa. The administrative capital of Goa is Panaji which is located in the commercialized area of North Goa.
North Goa is the setting for all the main tourist activity, which is concentrated on the dining, shopping and entertainment establishments along the beaches of Baga, Calangute, Anjuna, Candolim etc. However in recent years, South Goa has also seen some planned development in the form of several five star luxury resorts such as the Leela Goa, Taj Exotica and the Park Hyatt.