Location: One of Goa's industrial and
commercial city, Vasco Da Gama is located 30 kms away from
Panaji.
Tourist attractions: The Bogmalo beach, Naval
Aviation museum, Sada fort, St. Andrews Church.
Best buys: Souvenirs, handicrafts and other
artifacts.
Best activities: Fishing, Diving and many
more.
Nearby tourist attractions: Velsao beach,
Majorda beach, Colva beach, Church of St. Alex, Curtorim, Church
of Holy Spirit, Rachol Seminary, Rachol, Shree Damodar Temple,
Jama Masjid, Cabo de Rama, Buddhist caves, Rivona.
When to visit: October to March
About Vasco Da Gama
Vasco Da Gama better known as Vasco, is located at the western
tip of Mormugao peninsula overlooking the origin of the river,
Zuari. The area came under Portuguese rule around 1543, and
within a few years, it was transformed into one of western
India's busiest ports. It is also one of the industrial and
commercial city of Goa.
Thus, it is a key shipping centre, very important for the
economy of Goa, which has a large number of mines in its
interiors. Vasco Da Gama has the Mormugao harbor, one of the
India's natural harbor, at one end and the Dabolim airport at
the other end. Being the cosmopolitan city of Goa, it attracts
tourists in hordes.Vasco is known for it beautiful beaches and
interesting sea food. A small and a beautiful city is worth
visiting on your Goa tour. So, come to Vasco and let your senses
relax.
Major tourist attractions in Vasco Da Gama
Bogmalo beach : A small village known for its clean and
calm atmosphere. One can look forward to indulge in various
activities like fishing, diving and of course swimming.
The Naval Aviation museum : This museum was inaugurated
in the year 1998 at Dabolim. It is situated near the Bogmalo
beach, thus adding to its attraction. It contains the history of
India Naval Aviation, and also exhibits various aircrafts,
weapons, rare photographs and other artifacts.
The Sada fort : It was built by the Portuguese at the tip
of the land jutting into the Arabian sea. There is also a small
beach at the base of the remains of the fort which can be
reached via steps leading down the steep cliff side. This is a
gorgeous site to visit and relax.
How to Reach There
By Air: Dabolim airport is just 3 to 4kms away from
Vasco.
By Rail: There's a railway station at the south end of
the main Dr. Rajendra Prasad Avenue in Vasco.
By Road: Buses ply from Panaji and Margao to Vasco. The
central market bus stand in Vasco is where all buses from
dabolim airport and other places reach.
Accommodation
Since Vasco is a business oriented city, it is not tough to find
hotels of all kinds. The standard of hotel depends on your
budget and requirements.
