Goa

Due to its picturesque location on the Mandovi River, between the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea, Goa is one of India's famous tourist destinations. The main attraction is the state's Portuguese past which is most apparent in its plazas, cathedrals and architecture. The package tours from Europe in recent years have changed a marvelouc location into a sprawl of budget hotels and bars. In the 1500s the Portuguese has claimed Goa as the seat of the Catholic Church in the East. To enjoy the beautiful Goa rent a bike or scooter which are are easily available.