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| CHURCH IN GOA: The churches in Goa display the Portguese architecture and the Portuguese culture deeply rooted in Goa. The churches in the beach capital Goa are the major tourist attractions in the state, which pulls the heavy tourist traffic to Goa. The major churches include Se Cathedral, Convent & Church of St. Francis of Assisi, Church & Convent of St. Monica, Church of Our Lady of Rosary, The Rachol Seminary and Basilica of Bom Jesus.
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Temples in Goa
The Arvalem Waterfall, Noroa River and the Brahma Camandolu or Water Pot of Brahma in the old Goa Hills are the main Hindu pilgrimage spots in Goa. Sidhanath Mountain in Borim Village is also one more important pilgrimage tourist destination. The main temples in Goa are Brahma Temple, Sri Bhagwati Temple, Sri Damodar Temple, Sri Devaki-Krishna Temple, Sri Mangesh Temple and Sri Ananta Temple
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Ponda
If you want to witness the Hindu culture and Hindu settlement in Goa, Ponda is the best place to be at, in the beach capital of India Goa. The Ponda town became the epicenter of Hinduism when the Hindus left their coastal settlements and moved inward, settling well in Ponda. The Hindu temple architecture is quite evident at Ponda.
Siolim Tour
Siolim, a village about 7 kms from Mapusa, is situated around Chapora River. Wednesday market at the old Ferry Terminal is the major attraction here. St. Anthony's Church and Sateri Temple are worth a visit. The heritage hotel "Siolim House" is popular among tourists.
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Colva Tour
Colva is home to some of the best beaches of the South Goa. Beautiful are the sand dunes of the beaches which have coconut trees shading restaurants, hotels and bars.
Old Goa Tour
Founded by Alfonso de Albuquerque in the mid 16-th century, Old Goa was scene of action of St. Francis Xavier who played a pivotal role in making the area a Catholic stronghold of the Portuguese on the Indian subcontinent.
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