Monsoon in Goa
Monsoon in Goa is a totally different ball game. Unlike other seasons, monsoon opens up various other avenues of enjoyment for tourists and visitors. It’s not the beaches as usual that are a source of joy for tourists when the rain comes down pouring in Goa, but various other activities and places that welcome one and all with open arms. Goa can be an unending journey for most as there are lots on offer and it depends on what you want to explore while visiting the state in the rainy season. Rains in Goa can get heavier by June end and the twin months of July and August tend to witness monsoon in full furore.
For travellers, monsoon does offer a great deal of excitement and at the same time various options to explore Goa. There is greenery everywhere, the ponds and lakes are filled to the brim and rivers Mandovi, Zuari, Sal, Chapora are overflowing and so are the waterfalls nestled high in the mountains roaring in full fury. Though venturing into the sea is banned during monsoon with rough seas and inclement weather being the obvious reasons, beach activities are restricted. But this doesn’t mean the end of the road for tourists. There is more than enough in Goa to explore and places to visit to make the most of touring Goa during monsoon. Here we take a peek into the Top-6 list of places one can visit in Goa during monsoon.
Tambdi Surla Waterfalls And Temple
Located amidst Mahavir National Park, Tambdi Surla is one of the eye-soothing tourist spots in Goa. The peculiarly beautiful construction of the 12th-century Shaivite temple will ooze you. From this spot, you can visit Tambdi Surla waterfalls which is at 90 min trekking distance from the temple. You can also take a route via Mandgaon. The best time to visit this place is between June to December. Nature’s beauty shows it’s the best face at this place. The water falls from a height of 50m which is no less than a movie scene. The trekking route will let you see various reptiles with your naked eyes though safety mandates here. It holds a lot more than it could be explained. Visit it this holiday to know and enjoy every bit of it.
Surla Waterfall Video
Dudhsagar Waterfalls
Undoubtedly, the Dudhsagar waterfalls is one destination not be missed during peak monsoon. In fact, this waterfall is the pride of Goa and is a top attraction for visitors in monsoon. Nestled high in the western ghats, Dudhsagar is one of India’s tallest waterfalls and has a milky appearance when the water cascades from a height of 600meters. During monsoon, trekking is the only best option to reach Dudhsagar but care needs to be taken as the terrain tends to get slippery owing to rains.
Spice Plantations
Goa is home to some beautiful spice plantations and they are at their greenest during monsoon. Famous to grow cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, pepper, ginger, and cardamom, some of the best spice farms are worth visiting. The Savoi Plantations is one of the best to visit in Goa. You can also visit a cashew distillery up north near Bicholim and Sanquelim region and also enjoy the traditional Goan Saraswat meal. Goa offers best hotel and resort deals in the off-season as booking can be secured easily and also at a cheaper price. Most hotels in beach locations of Baga, Calangute, Candolim and Panjim in the North and Colva and Benaulim in South Goa can be booked for cosy accommodations and a Goa sightseeing plan can be chalked out on the website.
Basilica Of Bom Jesus
The world famous The Basilica of Bom Jesus is located in Old Goa, some 10km from Panjim and forms an integral part of the Churches and convents of Goa UNESCO World Heritage Site. This place houses the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. During the Portuguese regime, Old Goa happened to be the capital of Goa. Scores of tourists visit the Basilica annually from different parts of India as well as from overseas. An annual fest is held here on December 3. This place can be best understood if you have a guide to tell you about the history of this place, otherwise, it is just a tourist spot. The architecture is good and well maintained.
Harvalem Waterfall
This waterfall is a top tourist attraction in monsoon and located in Sanquelim. The waterfall here is scenic with a multi-level viewing area. This waterfall forms a huge lake at the bottom, which is much popular amongst the swimmers and as such forms a great picnic spot.
Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception Church, Panjim
The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church in Panaji city’s prime attraction and organizes mass every day in English, Konkani, and Portuguese. The church is constructed in a typical Portuguese Baroque style and stands tall on the hillside on the road towards Altinho, and overlooks the city of Panjim.
The church was built way back in 1541 and looks glorious when completely lit during Christmas and local feasts. It’s an important landmark of Panjim city. This church has been part of many film shoots and is very popular in Goa as it is a calm place to pray without any problem of noise.
The structure and height of the church is also great. It sits at the top of 3 flights of stairs and looks very majestic. However one needs to purchase candles from shops nearby before climbing up to this lovely church as there are no shops on top to get the candles.
Conclusion
Goa can best be enjoyed in monsoon as rain brings with it a different kind of joy. There are numerous places one can visit during the rainy season and trips planned during this period also become cheaper due to the prevailing off-season. To know all monsoon tours and activities in one place, check tripraja.com for best monsoon activities in goa from Adventure Activities to Water Sports, all these activities and tour can be book at a very reasonable price. So book your accommodation at a cheaper price and enjoy the sights and sounds of Goa by visiting the Dudhsagar waterfalls or a trek to Tambdi Surla. Also, visit the spice plantations and take a trip down the backwaters of Goa for monsoon water sports activities. There’s a lot to explore.
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