Location: Margao is situated in the Salcete
Taluka, 33 kms from Panaji.
Tourist attractions: Beaches, The Old market,
Pandava Caves, The Steely Church of The Holy Spirit, The House of
Gables or Sat Burzam Ghor, Jorge Barreto park, Rachol Seminary,
Monte Church and the Chandreshwar Bhuthnath Temple.
Best buys: Souvenirs, artifacts and other items.
Best activities: Shopping, site seeing.
Nearby tourist attractions: Colvo beach, Benaulim
beach, Mobor and Majrda beach, agonda beach, Palelom beach, Canacona
beach.
When to visit: October to March
About Margao
Margao is the second largest city of Goa and is situated 33 kms away
from Panaji. It is the commercial center of southern Goa. With the
opening of Konkan Railways, Margao has gained more significance and
is now the main railway terminal in south Goa . Margao is a typical
Goan town, with Portuguese influence all around. It displays its
past through artistic temples, churches and other monuments.
The
town has a old-worldly charm which attracts tourists from far off
places.
Margao has an excellent Market area for all those who love to shop
and eat outside. The shady balcos (porches) and oyster- shell
windows attracts one and all.
Major Tourist Attractions
The Church of the Holy Spirit : The Church of the Holy Spirit
is also known as The Largo de Igreja. It is present at the entrance
of the city, just north of the Municipal Garden Square. The church
is a beautiful example of Portuguese architecture, built in 1675,
it's still in pristine condition.
The House of Seven Gables or Sat Burzam Ghor: It is within
the walking distance of the Church of the Holy Spirit. Sebastino da
Silva, emissary and private secretary of the Portuguese Viceroy,
commissioned this mansion in 1790. Only three out of seven Gables
remain today, but still it maintains a respectful position in every
visitor's heart.
The Jorge Barreto park: The Municipal Garden or The Jorge
Barreto Park is surrounded by many restaurants and office buildings.
It is a beautiful park to enjoy and relax.
How to Reach There
By Air: Dabolim airport is 28 kms from Margao.
By Rail: The Margao railway station is where all the trains
from different parts of the country reach. It is 2 km from the town
center.
By Road: Buses reach The Kadamba bus stand, which is 2 kms
north from the down town, lies on the road leading to Panaji. Taxis
are another option.
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
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