John’s Guest House also provide Sightseeing facility on traveller’s request. Many Guest houses of South Goa are located on some of the most excellent and exotic beaches of Goa. The most beautiful and less crowded beaches of Goa are situated in South of Goa, that’s why majority of the 5 Star Hotels are operating here. South Goa has Romantic beaches, Cleaner beaches, Island beaches, 5 Star beaches and the longest beach in Goa that is The Colva beach. Majority of South Goa beaches are run and managed by the local Goan Catholic Community of Goa, so you get the opportunity to live in an Authentic Goan Guest house and get a firsthand experience of Goan Culture at home.
Places To Visit In South Goa
Betul Beach – Betul Beach is a tiny and untouched beach located along the Sal River about 30 km from the main commercial city of South Goa, Margao. This beach is enclosed by the village of Betul which is inhabited mainly by the fisherfolk community. Betul is a virgin beach free from the casual crowds of visiting tourists.
Cabo De Rama Fort – Cabo de Rama is a jutting piece of land or cape which has a historical fort that came under Portuguese control in 1763 and was later occupied by the British army between 1797-1813. It was then a prison till 1955. Located in the Canacona district of South Goa this fort is yet another famous fort in India. It is said that Lord Rama of the famous Hindu epic Ramayana took shelter here with his wife Sita. This was during the time when they were sent on a 14 year long exile in the forests of India.
Nossa Senhora De Fatima Chapel – A very unusual and modern designed chapel that breaks all barriers of chapel architecture. Most of the churches and chapels were history’s inheritance by the Portuguese to Goa. This is the only chapel in whole Goa that stands apart on all counts. It is different in design and structure. One can see ample evidence of fusion of different cultures on the wall motifs.
Braganza House – The city of Chandor is famous for its many lavish Portuguese houses from the past. The Menezes Braganza House is one of the few Goan Mansions that allow visitors and tourists to have apeek in to the glorious past. The Braganza house takes up one side of Chandor’s village square. It’s huge and was built in the 17th Century, everything here is antique, the walls, the paints, the ceiling, and the flooring.
Mobor Beach – Mobor lies on a narrow spit of sand dunes between the Arabian Sea and Assolna River Estuary. The pristine and serene beach is ideal for those who want a break from the madness of the city. Relish the authentic Goan cuisine and fresh seafood at the beach side shacks at very reasonable prices.
Ancestral Goa (Big Foot) – A vintage reproduction of Goa – as it existed under the colonial ambiance yet still retaining a checkered flavor of originality, Ancestral Goa – a museum of a mock – up village flanked by lush parkland where Goan cultural and traditional heritage can be seen.
Chandranath Hill and Chandranath Hill Temple – Shri Chandreshwar Temple is a fantabulous temple that stands at Paroda, on Chandranath Hill in Quepem Taluka. It lies at an altitude of 359 m high, above the sea level. Presently it is popularly known as Chandor. The 2 main attraction of the temple is the Shiva Linga which used to glow on every full moon night by the reflection of moonlight and the ancient chariot, which is famous for its beautiful wood carvings.
Tambdi Surla Temple – The most ancient temple in the whole of Goa is located at a place called Tambdi Surla. Tambdi Surla itself is in the midst of a forested area accessible via a 22 kms route from the main town of Valpoi in Sattari Taluka. The small, beautifully carved and perfectly proportioned black basalt temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The river Surla flows nearby and can be reached via a flight of stone steps.
DudhSagar Waterfall – The magnificent DudhSagar Waterfall is perched in the high peaks of the Western Ghats and is a sight to behold especially in the monsoons when it is in full and furious flow. It is the tallest waterfall in Goa. From a distance, the waterfall appears like streams of milk rushing down the mountainside. The exuberant and spectacular waterfall is located in the Sanguem taluka. Measuring a mighty 600m from head to foot, this waterfall on the Goa-Karnataka border.
Partagal Mutt Temple – This Mutt headquarters earlier existed at Bhatkal in 1476 AD. Later (after the Samadhi of Swami Shrikanta Tirtha) shifted to Partagali village on the banks of the sacred river Kushavati in Goa known as Gokarn-Partagali Mutt. This place is popularly known as Bramhasthan. The Mutt has its headquarters at Partagali, Poinguinim and Canacona in Goa.
Largest Banyan Tree in Goa – There is a giant Vatavriksha (Banyan tree) about 200 meters to the north of the Partagal Jeevothan Mutt with 220 aerial roots and total area admeasuring 235 feet x 225 feet and is believed to be 2000 years old. It can accommodate about 1000 people in its shade.
Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary – Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Canacona Taluka of South Goa. The best time to visit the sanctuary is from October to December. The sanctuary has eight well laid out nature trails traversing it. There are six watchtowers in the sanctuary. Also there is one ‘tree top’, it is situated about 20 meters high on a tree overlooking a waterhole. Both the Gal and Talpona rivers of Canacona Taluka originate from the sanctuary.
Conco Island (Canacona Island or Monkey Island) – Conco Island is a wooded island, which is pre-aged to the bay of Palolem. It is also named as Canacona Island or Monkey Island, since monkeys live there, which withdraw themselves into the adjacent forests. The island can be reached at low-tide simply by a very short swim or by wading across in knee deep waters during low tide. Also there are regular boat rides to Monkey Island, for those who don’t want to get their feet wet.
Talpona River – Talpona River originates in the dense, mixed jungles of Ravan Dongor (Demon Hill) on the Sahyadri Mountains. It comes down by passing Bhatpal, fed by the tributary, and drains into the Arabian Sea near the village of Talpona in Canacona Taluka. The river develops a length of around 31 kms.
Chapoli Dam – The place surrounding the Chapoli Dam in Canacona is a wonderful eco – tourist spot. Chapoli in Canacona is blessed with natural beauty. This is a very small dam surrounded by small rolling hills in the backdrop.
Mallikarjun Temple – The Mallikarjun Temple is at Shristhal, 2.5 km away from Chaudi on the main-road leading to Karwar. Locally, Mallikarjun is a popular deity, as visible from the names of local educational institutions. This centuries-old temple was renovated in 1778.
Dolphin Sighting – Dolphins frequent the waters around Palolem and can often be seen showing off their acrobatics from the beach. Dolphin trips can be arranged where the boat trip organizers can guarantee a sighting – if you are lucky enough you may even find them swimming in the sea with you!
Butterfly beach – Towards the north along the waters lies a natural marvel called the Butterfly Island. The distance from the main land is not more than 200 m and a short boat ride is good enough to reach the island. The isolation acts a blessing in disguise as the island offers a secluded beach to the visitors all with its solitary charm that is way peaceful than the other overcrowded and over polluted beaches.
Honeymoon Beach – A little ahead of Butterfly Beach lies another exotic cove hidden excellently between two hills. Locally and popularly known as Honeymoon Beach because it is not accessible by foot and only the adventurous few venture to discover it. This hidden beach is favourite amongst lovers and newly weds because the whole beach is to oneself where one can dare to do skinny dipping, full body tan or just do something wild amidst nature.
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