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t Bondir W e s Codal North Goa has the most developed, dynamic and diverse coastline of the state. Candolim K A R N A T A K A
and Calangute, by far the most tourist-populated beaches, are lined with hundreds of beach Golauli
shacks, hotels and restaurants. Further north, Anjuna and Vagator km Beaches are home to 010 0 miles 6
hippies and the curious folk who wander through to meet them and to dip their toe into Cotorem the melting pot of subcultures and alternative lifestyles that have permeated here. North
of the Chapora River are the quieter beaches of Morjim, Asvem and Mandrem, which are Valpoi taking their time to develop individual character. Further north still is Arambol, which in recent years has provided respite for party people seeking refuge from the more saturated Nanus Fort SATARI
southern beaches. Anjunem Gontel The high point of the week is Wednesday, where tourists, local foreigners and traders Bamboi Onda
from all over the country converge on the atmospheric Anjuna flea market. Saturday night Porlem is also a big event; the night bazaars of Baga and Arpora attract everyone, making for an
eclectic and therefore quintessentially Goan experience. GOA NORTH Sanquelim
Head away from the hype to the less discovered inland areas of Bardez, Pernem, er M A H A R A S H T R A v Ri PONDA Bicholim and Satari, and you will find villages, farmland and a scattering of temples that ovi
have retained their authenticity despite all the morphing and mayhem of the coastal areas. Mand NORTH GOA
Whether explored on a motorcycle or just enjoyed from the beach, this region of Goa must Mayem Lake Bicholim be experienced. BICHOLIM Temple Naroa Fort Alorna Saptakoteshwara Old Goa Anconem Karmali (Old Goa) Train Station Thivim Divar
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