Location of Calangute

The exact location of Calangute is 15° 31' 60'' north latitude and 73° 45' east longitude. Calangute is a city located in the northern region of Goa. It is almost 9 miles away from Panaji, the capital of Goa. This city is surrounded by small villages and beaches. The neighbouring regions that surround Calangute are Ratnagiri, Kolhapur, Sawantwadi and Dodamarg.

It is one of the popular tourist destinations of the country of India. The famous Baga Beach is quite close to the beaches of Calangute. Calangute is primarily popular for its sun-kissed beaches and soothing atmosphere. Since it is a city abounding in beaches and water bodies, it has a maritime kind of a climate. The rivers that drain this region of Goa are Tiraxcol, Mandovi and Sal. Some of the most famous lakes of the region are Chimbel, Carambolim, Calapur and Mayem. The strategic position of Calangute adds to the beauty of this region. This climate is favorable for dwelling peacefully. Due to the location of Calangute at such a strategic place, it is home to many rich mineral resources. The minerals that this city abounds in are manganese, iron, bauxite, limestone and clay.

Knowing Calangute location is the most needed information required by any tourist, who wish to visit this enchanting land of beaches.