Calangute, Goa
The seaside resort of Calangute is situated in north Goa, within the south west of India. Calangute is popular for its large beach and attracts thousands of international and domestic tourists every year. A former Portuguese Colony, Calangute was originally named Kolongute. Once a rambling fishing village, Calangute has rapidly become a popular tourist resort providing excellent hotel accommodation and lively nightlife. Calangute is well connected by roads and is 13km from the state capital city of Panaji. Goa is served by a modern international airport which is 4km from Calangute and accessible by highway. Flight times from the UK take 10 hours on average.
Something for everyone
Calangute resort boasts an excellent climate with good annual temperatures. However, summer months are very hot and the monsoon season of June-September prohibits sea swimming due to rough conditions. Tourism in Goa peaks during the Christmas period, and is popularised by Western and Indian visitors alike enjoying Goa’s endless sunshine.
Although there are few places of cultural interest directly within Calangute, the nearby spectacular Portuguese churches located within Goa Old Town are testament to the colonial occupancy. Take a taxi or trishaw ride to marvel at their grand architectural styles and ornate décor. If you prefer to spend your time beachside, when holidaying in Calangute enjoy the many waters ports available such as exhilarating paragliding, or jet ski across the warm waters of the Arabian Sea. Alternatively, hire a bicycle or scooter and visit nearby locations such as Anjuna Market, or, the remote Baga Beach whilst enjoying amazing scenery en route including tea plantations and exotic wildlife. Anjuna is synonymous with Goa’s legendry rave culture and late night beach parties often occur here. If not for you, visit Anjuna for its twice weekly flea markets. Here, you can bag a bargain from wares including hand crafted souvenirs and local fashion items such as pretty kaftans.
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Calangute resort and the town of Goa offer endless eateries. If you wish to sample Goan cuisine, check out Ronin Royal Restaurant. Dine under the stars in the lush garden whilst being attended to by friendly staff. The food standard is excellent and reasonably priced. Alternatively, should you wish for a more prestigious dining experience, visit the grand Casa Portuguesa in nearby Baga. Built in 1760 as an elegant colonial house for a wealthy Portuguese family, it is now restored to its former glory and offers traditional mediteran cuisine. A definite visit if you feel like a splurge!
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