Where even the Sun Worship the Sea : Many moods of life....caressed by nature... Silvery sands cascading into turquoise turbulence.....Waves receding marking the golden beaches with shells. Sun burnt colonial cottages and white washed churches standing in mute testimony to a glorious past. Wondrous cuisine, mouth watering flavors and aromas whiffing in the air. Beckoning and era bygone. Unveiling the moods of life in an alluring land - Goa. The Land Of Exotica : Bathed in the warmth, washed in the waves, the sands embalming the spirit of time. Colours of life transforming the bright yellow to a fiery orange and to a mysterious rust; all merging into a pensive blue. Sheer poetry of life coming into existence in an amalgamation of celebrations-celebrating the joy of being in a land that is Goa. Legancy of a Glorious Past Goa : For centuries Goa has taken in its folds dynasties and religions-Mauryas, Kadambas, Yadavas, Chalukyas, Dravidians, Aryans and Delhi Sultans. Each era leaving behind an indelible mark on the sands of Goa. A collage of the Portuguese architecture, Oriental richness and Imperial grandeur, all blending into one culture-Goan! Sun, Sand and Sea : Goa is an important tourism destination in every tourist\'s itinerary. Sun, sand and sea being the major attractions, Goa is a perfect tourism heaven for the ones who need and want relaxation. Goa is one of India\'s special tourism places, a State seemingly blessed with fabulous weather, even more fabulous beaches, delightful people, good food, hill-top forts, little white-washed churches, soaring Portuguese-era cathedrals, a unique cultural legacy-small wonder, therefore, that Goa is one of India\'s prime tourism and holiday destinations. Cruises & Outings : River cruises and other past times: The most popular cruise on the river Mandovi is Santa Monica. Situated near the typically Goan village of Aldona is a mineral water spring of Pomburpa which can be approached by a short cruise. Water sports facilities are available at Dona Paula, 7 km from Panaji, the state capital. Dona Paula also offers a magnificent view of the Zauri river estuary and Mormugao harbor. 60km from Panaji are Dudhsagar falls, plummeting hundreds of feet, cascading to form one of the richest ecosystems. Where Life Is A Perpetual Celebration : Three days a year Goa surrenders to the spirit of fun & frolic and celebrates the Carnival. A Portuguese legacy,Goans celebrate the Carnival with dances, music, food and festivities and float parades in all the major towns. Held usually in February, the Carnival exudes the spirit of joie de vivre, with tourists and locals dancing in the streets. The mixed culture of Goa is manifest in other festivals too. The dance forms like Kunbi & Mando are vivid examples of this fusion of Oriental and Western cultures-with predominantly western music and oriental movements. Wine & Dine In Goan Style : Goan cuisine has always been popular, with its repertoire of Portuguese-Goan dishes. To enjoy the best of this, get invited to a Goan home or visit an authentic restaurant to get the taste of a feast. Or you could in Panjim. But the new trend in the restaurant scenario is international cuisine: Italian, French, Fusion, and colourful interiors. In the Konkani language, there is no phrase, which means \'I\'m leaving\'; instead whosoever visits Goa says \'I am coming back\'. Beaches : The state of Goa in India, was a Portuguese colony until 1962, and is famous for its Indo-Portuguese culture and architecture. Goa\'s beaches reflect its colourful mosaic of history. he combination of the \"sosegădo\" or laid back lifestyle, bracing weather and Goa\'s carnival-like nightlife has been known to lure many into a psychedelic trance. As you vacation in Goa and feel the soft sand beneath your feet, you\'ll find that there is no place like a warm, inviting beach in Goa to make you feel at peace with the universe.I love to spend my Goa holiday gorging on the local crab, king prawns and typical Goan delicacies like chicken rechădo and xăcuti. I also make it a point to visit my aunt\'s house in Mapusa, where she always has a delicious plate of fresh oyster deep fried in rava ready for me. The local brews, like cashew and coconut \"feni,\" with their strong aroma, are definitely not for the faint of heart (or stomach). If you visit in the right season, you can sample the local \"Urak,\" a lighter and sweeter-smelling distillate of feni.