377 1. Panaji Panaji, also known as Panjim, is the state capital of Goa, in southwest India. Located on the banks of the Mandovi River, the city has cobblestone streets lined with colorful villas and buildings from the Portuguese colonial era. The historical significance and serenity add magic to the air. The influences of the Portuguese can still be seen in the city. Goa Medical College in Panaji, which was built by the Portuguese, is the first-ever medical school in India and it also ranks amongst the oldest medical colleges in the whole of Asia Top place in Panaji Old Goa Reis Magos Fort Fort Aguada 18th June Road Goa Archaeological Museum Secretariat Dona Paula Beach Miramar Beach Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary Panjim Heritage Walk Goa State Museum Idalcao The Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Shanta Durga Temple Jama Masjid 2.Vasco Da Gama Top place in Vasco Da Gama Bogmalo Beach Velsao Beach Mormugao Port Pilot Point Goa Kayaking-Day Tour Japanese Garden Zuari River Naval Aviation Museum 3.Margao Margao – the oldest city in Goa is also the second largest city in the land. It is also the commercial center in Goa. It was earlier known as Madgaon before the Portuguese colonization. This is an important religious center in Goa with many places of worship. Given below are some of the top tourist attractions in Margao. Top Place in Margao Canopy Goa Colva Beach Loutolim Caves of Aquem Velsao Beach Town Square Monte Hill Jorge Barreto Park Colonial Style Villas 4. Calangute Calangute, situated in the north of Goa, is an excellent destination to stretch and rejuvenate your tired spirits. Calangute beach, which had earlier witnessed the dominant presence of hippies, greets you to enjoy the brilliant beauty of the land. Such is its beauty that nature lovers consider this a heaven on earth. Here are the leading destinations you need to visit on your tour. Top place in Calangute Calangute Beach Baga Beach Se Cathedral Aguada Fort St. Alex Church Medicinal Springs Baga Retreat House
