Tourist Information on Goa

The History

The existence of Goa can be known as far back as the Vedic period (1000-500 BC). Myths and legends about its origin are known from ancient texts such as the Mahabharata and Skanda Purana. Known by many names Goa, Gove, Gomantak and Gowapura, this fertile land was part of King Asoka's empire. Later on, it was governed by Sultan Yusuf Adil Shah Khan, ruler of Bijapur. By the end of the 16th century, the Portuguese had established settlement in Goa overthrowing the Muslim ruler. So Goa continued under the colonial rule of Portugal till 1961, when it was liberated by India and merged with it. In 1987, Goa was declared the 25th state of India. Indian Holiday offers tourist information on Goa and its history.

How to get there?

Goa is extremely well connected with the rest of the country by air, rail and road services and also by the sea. The airport is located at Dabolim near Vasco-da-Gama and is about 30 km from Panaji, the state capital. Goa is connected by the Konkan Railways to the rest of the country and convenient busses ply to cities such as Bangalore, Bombay and Pune. Goa is also connected to Bombay by ship services.

The Attraction

Goa is one of the most attractive tourist destinations in India owing to its beautiful beaches, rich cultural heritage and excellent climatic conditions. Tourists pour in to enjoy the breathtaking natural bounty as well as the architectural marvels of the land. Goa is thus your ideal getaway. No matter whether you seek a peaceful honeymoon or the thrill of adventure sports, it's all happening in Goa.

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