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What Are the Best Sights in Bogmalo Beach?

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Located in a tiny bay with about a mile of curved coastline, Bogmalo Beach is one of the less-crowded beaches in Goa. Despite its close proximity to Dabolim Airport (around 4 kilometers), the beach maintains its tranquility and beauty, especially Bogmalo Village, a fishing village still largely untouched by the tourism industry’s drive towards modernization.

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Beautiful Bogmalo Beach

Because it has the perfect mixture of tranquility and commercialism, there are many reasons to visit Bogmalo Beach. Apart from the luxurious Bogmallo Beach Resort, many love to watch the dramatic scenic sunset here. On top of that, you can find impressive islands [Read more…]

Shantadurga Temple – The Most Significant Hindu Temple in Goa

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Most Hindu temples are built on valleys but the Shantadurga Temple in Kavalem village is unique as it is situated at the foothill, giving a beautiful view of the white tower and red roof with a backdrop of greenery. This temple is considered as the most significant and the biggest temple in Goa. Built in 1738 AD, it was built per the request of Naro Ram Mantri during the regime of Maratha ruler Shahu Raje of Satara. According to history, the original Shri Durga temple was destroyed during the Portuguese invasion in 1564, but the idol was safely brought to Kavalem where the harijans kept it safe for years. Since then, the temple has undergone several renovations to provide better facilities for visitors and devotees who visit here in great numbers from different parts of the world. Subsequently, the idol was returned to its present location.

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Magnificent Shantadurga Temple

Located about 33 kilometers from the Goa capital, Panaji, the temple is dedicated to the goddess Shantadurga, the goddess of Peace. [Read more…]

Calangute Beach – Queen of the Beaches in Goa

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Best known as the Queen of the Beaches, Calangute Beach is perhaps, the busiest beach in Goa, highly commercialized with the countless vendors, accommodation establishments, bars and restaurants that can be seen across the beach. The beach is popular as a tourist favorite. Calangute is situated nine miles from the Goan capital, Panaji, stretching four miles across the Goan coastline. To the south is the village of Candolim while to the north, there lies the hamlet of Baga.

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Calm Calangute Beach

Calangute Beach became famous because it was a favorite hideout for the Hippies during the 1960s. The beach attracted more and more Hippies as years passed, and later in the 1970s, saw a flock of European tourists who wanted to experience the beauty of this [Read more…]

Discovering the Beautiful Scenic Spots in Miramar Beach

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Also known as Gaspar Dias, the lovely Miramar Beach is the nearest beach to Goa’s capital, Panaji. It lies connecting the estuary of Mandovi River as it runs into the Arabian Sea. The term ‘Miramar’ is from the Portuguese word that means viewing the sea, a fitting sobriquet considering the blue waters of the Arabian sea expanding in the horizon. The beach has pretty good location and one can spend a pleasant time under the palm shaded area, which is very captivating for tourists staying in Miramar.

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Miramar Beach in Goa

The 2-kilometer long shoreline starts at the gulf and then ends in Emerald Coast Parkway, at the base of Cabo Raj Bhavan hillock, the [Read more…]

Jiaoban Mountain Park – Knowing Several Park Highlights

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Often called Fuxing Park, the famous Jiaoban Mountain Park is situated on the southwest part of Mount Jiaoban. This mountain park is an ideal location for hiking, sightseeing, family picnicking and other recreational activities. The refreshing greenery and landscape, combined with the mild and moderate climate surrounding the mountain is perfect for relaxation and escape from the hustle and bustle on the city centre. Inside the park, several features and recreational facilities are provided for visitors including the Park Villa, the beautiful plum garden, mystery tunnel and international sculpture park.

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Jiaoban Mountain Park

Standing loftily at 436 meters, Mount Jiaoban is also known as the ‘Lushan of Taiwan’. It is situated southeast of Daxi town and [Read more…]

Popular Folk Culture and Festivals in Taoyuan

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While famous for housing the biggest airport in Taiwan, the Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, this once peach-filled area also developed a name for its distinctive attractions such as the natural hotspots, beautiful mountains, the Hakka culture, rustic areas and military communities and more. Today, Taoyuan has evolved into a beautiful modern place that attracts more and more visitors each year to explore its beauty and story. In addition, culture and festivals in Taoyuan are also highly anticipated not only by the locals but also by people from other counties.

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Taoyuan City Indigenous People International Music Festival

While the most common Taiwan festivals are rooted from Chinese traditions and religion, Taoyuan offers a more fascinating blend of [Read more…]

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