While planning for a Goa Vacation, half the fun would be in chalking out the schedule.

Goa is a culturally vibrant place and there is much to do and see.

It is the colorful Christian festivals of Goa, which account for the maximum number of tourists, however, Goa is much more than that. The beach side activities, the lively music and gyrating keep the beach alive even at night.

Indeed the nightlife in Goa is as adventurous as it is safe.

The beach fun aside, there are a number of wild life sanctuaries to be explored. The tropical beauty of these places will give an unparalleled experience of flora and fauna in this part of India.

Wild Life Sanctuaries in Goa

Bhagvan Mahavir wildlife Sanctuary
Bondla Forest
Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
Catigao Wildlife Sanctuary

Festivals to Enjoy in Goa

St. Francis Day
Food and Cultural festival of Goa
Goa Carnival
Bonderam Festival
Diwali
Feast of Three Kings
Sao Joao Festival
Good Friday & Easter
Shigmotsav
Christmas
Ghondemodni
Mahalasa Jatra or Vijayarathotsav
Rantha Saptami
Mahashivaratri
Rombat
Kalas Utsav
Rangapanchami
Festival of Gade
Drama Festival
Novidade
Chaitra Purnima
Mirg
Gokul Ashtami
Ramnavami
Navaratri
Zatra
Kejagiri Purnima
Malni Purnima
Datta Jayanti

During the stay in Goa, tourists should definitely not miss out the cultural extravaganza of the people. Goa is unimaginable without the music and dancing. The folk culture is varied and music and dance goes side by side. The villages will give you a better picture of the culture. There are many travel agents can be availed for Goa Vacations. A proper research can fetch you a cheap vacation package to Goa.

Last Updated on 4^th October 2010

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