Location: Located in the north of Goa,
approximately 50 kms from Panaji, the state capital.
Tourist attractions: The Teracol fort,
Freshwater lake, Main beach and the northern beach.
Best buys: Souvenirs, junk jewelery and
clothes.
Best activities: Para gliding, swimming,
Dolphin watching, boat trips to Anjuna beach.
Nearby tourist destinations: Anjuna beach and
Vagator.
When to visit: November to February
About Arambol
Arambol or Harmal as it is known, is situated in north Goa, 50
kms from Panaji, the capital of Goa. It is the largest coastal
village in Pernem district and the only one that maintains its
natural serenity. The village is special in many ways. Along
with its calm and peace atmosphere it has some of the beautiful
beaches in Goa. Thanks to the villagers living nearby who
opposed many proposals of building luxury resorts in the area.
Vacationers come to this paradise to experience nature in its
purest form. Parties at the beaches are not a regular thing in
Arambol, thus helping it to retain its charm.
This untouched and primitive destination attracts one and all.
It makes one fall in love with its small fishing boats, soft
white sand, village churches and the Palm trees in rows.
Major Tourist Attractions
The Teracol Fort
This fort was built by the Portuguese, for defense purpose. It
is situated on the north side of the estuary of the Teracol
river, the northern boundary of Goa. This beautiful and historic
fort has now been turned into a small luxury hotel.
The Freshwater Lake
Moving further one can find a small freshwater lake, which
extends along the bottom of the valley into a thick jungle. The
lake has boiling hot springs, lined with Sulphurous mud. It is
believed that this mud has therapeutic effect, when applied over
the body.
Getting There
Air: Dabolim airport is the international airport of Goa.
There are direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
Rail: Goa has two main railway stations at Margao and
Vasco Da Gama. Trains from Bangalore, Belgaum, Hospet, Hyderabad
and via Miraj To Bombay, Delhi,and Agra, reach here.
Road: One can take buses that ply between Arambol and
Mapusa and also between Arambol and Chopdem. Taxis and bikes are
also available for hire. Boats can be hired to reach the nearby
beaches.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not available easily except for a few guest
houses. Therefore, its better to check in at a nearby place and
then go visiting Arambol.
Cities
Panaji,
Mapusa,
Margao,
Arambol,
Vasco-da-Gama
Goa Beaches
Anjuna Beach,
Baga Beach,
Benaulim Beach,
Bogmalo Beach,
Colva Beach,
Dona Paula Beach,
Miramar Beach,
Candolim Beach
Entertainment
Goa Carnival,
Casinos in Goa,
Discotheques in Goa
Water Sports
Para Sailing,
Wind Surfing,
Speed Boat
Beach Resort
Hotels in Goa
Goa Map
