AN INTRODUCTION TO GOA
GOA STATE IN WESTERN INDIA.
TOURISM POTENTIAL
Tourism activity is generally promoted on the coastal areas of Goa. This picturesque state is a destination of choice for Indian and foreign tourist, especially Britons and Russian travelers. Goa stands 6th among the top ten Nightlife cities in the world in National Geographic Travel. A water sport is the prime attraction of the state. Popular beaches such as Baga and Calangute offer jet-skiing, parasailing, banana boat rides, water scooter rides, and much more. Patnem beach in Palolem stood third in CNN Travel's top twenty Beaches in Asia. 
Goa set to reopen for tourists today, allows pre-booking at registered hotels; makes COVID-19 test compulsory for visitors. Goa Health Minister Vishwajit Rane said that tourism sector in the state will have to strictly abide by social distancing and strict standard operating procedures (SOPs).
TOURIST ATTRACTIONS IN GOA
THERE ARE VARIOUS ATTRACTIONS IN GOA . ALL PEOPLE LOVED TO TRAVEL THE ATTRACTIVE PLACES LIKE : BEACHES , CHURCH , NIGHT PARTIES
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* DUDHSAGAR FALLS
Dudhsagar Falls is a four-tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River in the Indian state of Goa. It is 60 km from Panaji by road and is located on the Belgavi–Vasco Da Gama rail route about 46 km east of Madgaon and 80 km south of Belgavi.
SPECIALITY: Dudhsagar Falls is amongst India's tallest waterfalls with a height of 310 m (1017 feet) and an average width of 30 metres (100 feet). The falls is located in the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park among the Western Ghats.
* AGUADA FORT
Fort Aguada is a well-preserved seventeenth-century Portuguese fort, along with a lighthouse, standing in Goa, India, on Sinquerim Beach, overlooking the Arabian Sea. It is an ASI protected Monument of National Importance in Goa.
SPECIALITY: Aguada Fort was built to guard and defend the Portuguese stronghold in Goa against the Maratha and Dutch invaders. Owing to its location at the confluence of the Arabian Sea and the Mandovi River, it became the most prized fortress for the Portuguese back in the seventeenth century.
* BUTTERFLY BEACH
A hidden land of adventure, peppered with some stunning views & aquatic life; that’s Butterfly Beach for you! The beauty of the hidden gem has an aura of calmness and bliss attached to it. Semi-circle shaped landscape, millions of butterflies flying over the hilltop blossoms, and acrobatics of the dolphins around ensure a wonderful experience at the Butterfly Beach in Goa.
SPECIALITY:It is one of the most captivating places in Goa with breathtakingly beautiful views and aquatic life. Apart from its' exceptional shape, the beach is known for the acrobatics of the dolphins around the beach and millions of butterflies flying over the hilltop.
* IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHURCH
The Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church is located in Panjim, Goa, India. The Church conducts Mass every day in English, Konkani, and Portuguese. The colonial Portuguese Baroque style church was first built in 1541 as a chapel on a hill side overlooking the city of Panjim
SPECIALITY: The white sparkling church is majorly famed for its architecture and its flight of stairs that zigzag to the top. Another attraction of the church is the Augustinian Bell located in the belfry, which also the second largest bell in Goa.
FOOD IN GOA
Goan food is considered incomplete without fish, Rice and fish-curry is the staple of most Goans. Taste it once and you will know why! Kingfish (Vison or Visvan) is the most common delicacy. Others include Pomfret, Shark, Tuna and Mackerel.
*Samosas. Samosas are a popular Indian snack that is available in almost every city of India, but Goan samosas have a different flavour in them.
*Gadbad Ice-Cream.
* Missal Pav. ...
* Chinese Fast Food. ...
* Fish Thali. ...
* Frankies. ...
* Croquettes. ...
* Chops.
UNEXPLORED LOCATIONS IN GOA
THERE ARE MANY UNEXPLORED LOACTIONS IN GOA .
* Kakolem Beach: A Small Paradise.
* Galgibaga Beach: A Clean Destination.
* Hollant Beach: A Picture-Perfect Destination.
* Betul Beach: Where Quaint Lies.
* Cola Beach: Secluded Sands.
* Velsao Beach: Relax With The Cool Breeze.
* Arambol Beach: Explore A Fishing Culture.
* Ashwem Beach: Acres Of Clean Sand.
* Bogmalo Beach: Perfect Taste Of Natural Beauty.
* Butterfly Beach: An Unexplored Destination.
* Mobor Beach: Find Lots Of Handicrafts.
* Querim (Keri) Beach: Ideal Picnic Spot.
* Harvalem Falls: A Scenic Waterfall.
* Bamanbudo Waterfalls: Explore The Slice Of Peace.
* Cabo De Rama: For Those Portuguese Ruins.
* Fort Tiracol: Of Great Design And Architecture.
* Sinquerim Fort: Catch Portuguese Architecture.
* Arvalem Caves: From Ancient Era.
* Lamgau Caves: An Architectural Triumph.
* Rivona Caves: With A Rich Buddhist History.
* Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary & * * Mollem National Park: The Protected Wildlife.
* Chorla Ghats: Perfect For Adventure.
* Savoi Spice Plantations: An Organic Paradise.
* Carambolim Lake: A Beautiful Paradise.
* Cumbarjua Backwater Canal: For Adventure Seekers.
* Pequeno (Bat) Island: Nature Concealed Within.
* Netravali: A Bubbling Lake
Our Lady of the Mount: Where Peace Reigns.
* Convent of Santa Monica and The Chapel of The Weeping Cross: A Historic Building.
ESTIMATE REVENUE OF GOA TOURISM.
This report estimates that in 2019 year, Goa generated Rs 12,681 cr of revenue from tourism activities.