Day 3 @ Goa
Day 3: 12 April 2009
The next day I was least botherd to get up early; but forcibly, woke up by 8.00 and tuck in some traditional Goan sausages for breakfast and head straight to the Baga beach.Since it was our last day in Goa..we decided not to make it too hectic, since I had to drive a lot today.
The next day I was least botherd to get up early; but forcibly, woke up by 8.00 and tuck in some traditional Goan sausages for breakfast and head straight to the Baga beach.Since it was our last day in Goa..we decided not to make it too hectic, since I had to drive a lot today.
Baga Beach!!!
Leaving crowed Baga beach; we headed to wards Anjuna beach being just next to Baga beach; Anjuna Beach; is one the most popular beaches of Mapuza, which is nestled between the Arabian Sea and a small hillock. It overlooks the sea and thus gives a splendid look of the shoreline. The Beach is known for its soft white sands and shoreline dotted with exotic palm trees.
A path from baga Beach to Anjuna Beach!!I like Anjuna beach because of its trance parties that take place on the shore. These parties usually take place on full moon nights as it adds to the magic of trance music. Getting to Anjuna Beach is not difficult as all forms of transport are available..
Rock and Sandy Anjuna Beach!!!After Ajuna; we wher happy to be back on whels again; then it was “Phir Dil Chata hai” Yes we were at Chopara fort famously known has Dil Chata Hai fort, We needed to pay another Visit to savor the view of colossal laterite walls and cupola-shaped turrets that provide a picturesque view of the Vagator Beach!!!..
"Phir Dil Chata Hai"For me this trip to Goa would have been Incomplte; if we had missed this Stunning place; well this is one off most stunning place in Mapuza, The 500-year-old Portuguese Fort, on the banks of Chapora river is an ideal get away for some stolen moments with oneself. Spending some time in the historical monument and watch the sun go down into the ocean, is an experience in itself; and best time to visit this fort is during the Sunset just Amazing views all around!!!! As you can see from picks below!!!
View of Chapora River mearging with Araibian Sea form Chapor fort!!!At Fort If you have the luxury of time, sit with the locals and listen to the numerous stories and local legends that have been talked about over the ages in these parts. They are interesting and you can also get to taste home cooked food too as the villagers are very warm people who treat guests as kindly as they can.
Chapora from outside!!! While on the fort, We were watching the ocean change its color from aquamarine blue to a tinge of green. All of us truly enjoyed our visit and Sanjana & Kiran being here for the first time; got very excited, after some time to beat the heat; we though of taking a stroll on the shore of Vergator beach; bare feet and letting the gentle waves lap at our feet!!!
It was just amazing for all of us to back here again!!! Being here; as if we all have turned the time wheel back; to good old times and getting back those delightful Memories of past, was highlight of our visit to this place!!!!
Just Short of words!!!!! This Picture perfect fort provides the ideal background for the Vagator beach and ur Visit to this fort will be worth it!!! Belive me!!! The Vagator beach is also a delightful peace of land on th face of earth. With black lava rocks and golden sands, lined with coconut trees!! Simply Superb...
Streets of Old Goa!!!It was almost 2.30 pm with Mercury raising, we all got back on our saddles, and soon after having excellent lunch @ Vergator beach; well tasting local Villagers food was best part of it, food was delicious, After Lunch we rolled on towards Old Goa... well Something unique we indulged during this trip to Goa; this time In Goa; we though of going to Beautiful Cathedrals. Well Old Goa has many famous Cathedrals; as you approach Old Goa there are clear indications to the famous Churches of Old Goa.
Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old GoaThe first Church we visited was the Basilica of Bom Jesus. This is the most famous of all the churches in Old Goa. The basilica holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. we Spent some time at the church and walking towards the Se Cathedral Church just across the road. This church is known to be the largest church in Asia. Spending some time at the church and the nice cool interiors was a welcome delight from the heat outside. We then walk back to the parking lot.
Basilica of Bom Jesus!!!
St Cathedral main attraction
These two trees were very large as you can tell by the truck nearby. Basilica of Bom Jesus at Old Goa!! Quite a relief from Sun's Glory.
St. Catherine of AlexandriaThe Se Cathedral Church is dedicated to St. Catherine of Alexandria. And church is considered to be the largest in Asia.Originally, there were two towers, on either side of the facade, but the one on the southern side plummeted,The fallen bell tower was never rebuilt and has given the building an exceptionally charming look; and the existing tower houses a famous bell, 'Golden Bell' which is one of the largest in Goa.
After some time we head towards Church of St. Augustine that is up the road about 400mts from Basilica of Bom Jesus. The church now is completely in ruins and there is a lot of excavation work going on here.
we stop for some time for photographs; here its worth mentioning about about a wax museum at Old Goa. We had seen a Wax Museum during our last holiday, and I didn't liked it. So if you have come all way till here check this place as it’s very close to the church. It’s the same branch that operates the Wax Museum at Ooty. Pay the tickets and enter Wax Museum.
we stop for some time for photographs; here its worth mentioning about about a wax museum at Old Goa. We had seen a Wax Museum during our last holiday, and I didn't liked it. So if you have come all way till here check this place as it’s very close to the church. It’s the same branch that operates the Wax Museum at Ooty. Pay the tickets and enter Wax Museum. After couple of hours spent around beautiful Church's of old Goa, None of us bothered to keep a watch on time machine; but by then; It’s was 5:30 PM and and we where ready to leave form Old Goa and finally Goa. Even though none of us wanted to take leave; but over the years; some things have changed, that is; we all are having some Commitments!!! So after quite Refreshing break at Coffee shop, then we were back on raod and zoomed to-wards Ponda, It was almost dusk when we reached kanapur at 7.00 PM; after a long break and a much needed on @ Daba near kanpur; By 8.00 pm; I had to take leave from Giri, Sanjana, Shid and kiran... They moved on towards Hubli and I to-wards pune....With that 3 day's of total Fun, Excitement, and Joy came to an abrupt end!!! Its was magical to be with each one of them, Kudos to u Guyz; which made yet another Goan vacation a really memorable and very special one for me!!. I Love u all....
but again I run out of words to describe the exquisiteness of Goa, the sight of blue sky all around and blue water below is the real essence of this place. The vibrant energy of the people keeps you going; through the day and all through the night till wee hours of the morning!!! Goa for me is the most charming abode to relax. All the beaches here are welcoming and by day its sun, sea and surf and by night its friends, fun, fish and fenny. Thus make Goa very special and very close to my heart.
Just pack your bags!!! Come !!! Experience!!!! Live!!!
On that note; I take leave; Soon I'll back , As "Journey Never Ends" Never!!!!
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