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Goa, the coastal paradise located in South Western India is popular for its sun kissed sandy beaches, easygoing life style, fenni and various fairs and festivals. The relaxed and tranquil atmosphere of Goa makes it a hit place among tourists seeking sun, sand, food.
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Marmagoa / Mormugoa |
 Close to the important industrial town of Vasco da Gama lies the main port of Goa, in Marmagoa. The town has some industries and not very much else besides the highly dilapidated ruins of a fort, and an ironic history, which classifies it as "the town that never was".A Ruined History Well, leaving the dramatics aside, Marmagoa was the site that was first chosen to be the capital of the Portuguese Empire. This is why, in 1685, the construction of the fort started along with the founding of a township. The Viceroy even moved to Marmagoa in 1703, but the Maratha warriors (term used for Shivaji and other Hindus originating from Maharashtra, who fought against foreign rulers) attacked the site repeatedly, and Old Goa was made the capital instead. The Port Town Thus, Marmagoa is more or less the Fatehpur Sikri of Goa, minus the monuments, of course. But with the harbour starts another lore. The port is one of India's finest natural harbours. If one wants to extricate oneself from the beaches, a sunset walk around the harbour can be a pleasant change. |
Prime Attractions of Marmagoa |
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This fort near the internationally famous Marmagoa Harbour was built to protect the harbour situated near the Vasco da Gama town. Its work started in 1624. more.. |
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If one staying in Benaulim, one is bound at some point to visit Varca: the row of beached wooden fishing boats 2-km south of Benaulim more.. |
How To Get There - Marmagoa / Mormugoa |
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By Air
Dabolim, Goa's airport, lies on top of a rocky plateau, 4-km southeast of Vasco da Gama.
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By Rail
The nearest railway station is situated at Vasco da Gama.
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By Road
Arriving by bus from Panjim or Margao, one'll be dropped off to the situated interestate Kadamba Terminus, 3-km east of the town centre from Vasco. From Vasco one can catch ferries to reach Margao harbour.
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Suggested Tour Packages |
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Goa Tour Package 3
Tour Code: GTT - 007 Duration: 15 Days Destinations Covered: Mumbai - Nasik - Aurangabad - Pune and Kohlapur - Panjim - Benaulim - Mumbai
Goa Tour Package 1
Tour Code: GTT - 005 Duration: 11 Days / 10 Nights Destinations Covered: Goa - Panjim - Cochin - Munnar - Periyar - Cochin |
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