Six places to visit in goa for non-party animals

Posted by Gaurav Sen on May 6th, 2019

Goa is often known for hosting wild parties and its serene beaches. But there is a lot more to explore apart from cheap alcohol and beach parties. Goa has got a long history of colonialism associated with it, and under the rule of Portugal, they have developed a distinct culture. Next time when visit the region, you could check these not so famous places to visit in Goa:

1. Bondla Wildlife sanctuary

Bondla, a well-maintained sanctuary, provides an opportunity for its visitors to view wildlife from close quarters. The whole area is refreshing and full of greenery, offering you a natural refreshment. Located in North East Goa, it has remained a touched place owing to human-leopard fiasco. Nevertheless, it is still a favourite place to visit in Goa amongst tourists and schoolchildren.

2. The Latin quarters

The region around fountain and Altinho has a lot of these quarters which reminds of you of Portuguese architecture. The beauty of these streets and the building blocks are worth admiring. Also, the place is relatively calm. So, you can spend some quality time ahead of the noise and chaos of the city.

3. Anjuna flea market

This Goa tourist place has got an eccentric charm and incredible diversity. Every Wednesday you can visit this place to experience the magic of Indian handicrafts, fascinating jewellery pieces, clothing, guitars, and so on. If you a decent at bargaining, there are plenty of stuff available in the market coming from across the subcontinent, that too at dirt cheap rates.

4. Cotigao wildlife sanctuary

This sanctuary is located amidst dense forest and is there since 1968. It has emerged as one of the most preferred spaces for animal lovers in the region. You can visit and experience the joy of watching different breed of animals. There is a high watchtower through which you can watch these scenes unfold.

5. Chapora Fort

This place offers a fantastic panoramic view of Chapora river and Arabian sea. Chapora Fort is a historic Goa tourist place because many rulers, including Akbar, has stayed in this place and contributed to its rich culture. This beautiful architectural structure stands tall at Bardez region since 1717, and now, you can find the ruins of this magnificent and strategically located fort.

6. Basilica of Bom Jesus

This region was the capital of Goa during the early days of Portuguese rule. The church, located in northern part of the state, and the churches, are the part of UNESCO world heritage site. The basilica is the place where the mortal remains of St. Xavier rests. It is one of the first church in the country and is a well-known tourist space for people around the world. The place is green and quite accessible. If you love solo travelling, this region is tailor-made for you.