Location: Lies 39 kms away from
Panaji, the capital of Goa.
Tourist Attractions: Fama of menino
Jesus, nightlife, shack cafes, the Beach Bonanza, eating
joints.
Beach activities: Dolphin watching,
fishing, and walking along the beach.
About Colva Beach
Colva beach is almost 2 kms north of Benaulim beach and
is situated 39 kms away from Panaji. It is a part of the
main stretch of southern beaches of Goa. It is one of
the most popular beaches of Goa, known for its calm and
serene atmosphere. Since Colva is one of the lately
known beaches, therefore it is less crowded than its
northern counterparts. Colva is the best place to laze
around and look for interesting books.
A peaceful location for spending calm and quite
holidays. Thus, Colva beach maintains the title “The
queen of beaches in India”.
Major Tourist Attraction
Fama of Menino Jesus
The
Fama Of Menino Jesus is celebrated on the third Monday
of October every year, it is among the most popular
festivals of Goa. The festivities starts at eight in the
morning and ends by nine in the evening. On the Fama
day, the divine image of infant Jesus is specially
brought down from the left side altar of the church, for
public viewing and umao (kissing). The priest along with
the statue, hurriedly passes by a long and virtually
unending queue of devotees trying to touch the statue.
Nightlife
Colva beach has an alive nightlife. Late night parties
at beaches are regular stuff.
The Beach Bonanza
The Beach Bonanza fair is held on every Sundays from
mid-April onwards. Enthusiastic visitors from all around
the world participate in live music, dance, and other
entertainment.
Beach Activities
Shopping at the trinket stalls, Dolphin watching,
fishing, and walking along the beach are some of the
activities that visitors look forward to.
Getting There
Air: The Dabolim airport is 68 kms away from
Colva beach.
Rail: The nearest railway station is at Karmali,
which is 40 kms away from Colva beach.
Road: There is a frequent bus service between Colva and
Margao. One can also take a bus from Panaji, which is 33
kms ahead.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not a problem in Colva, but it is
always better to book in advance.
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
