Goa Beaches, Along India's 6,000 kilometers of coast line, one small stretch of 100 kilometers on the western coast ranks not only as the best beach in the country, but also as one of the best in the world. Yes, the beaches of Goa are undoubtedly blesses beaches that are long, straight, and palm fringed with an impressive infrastructure of hotels and beach resorts, restaurants and bars, which cater to all price ranges, from top-notch 5-star luxury, to hippy flop-shops.

Anjuna Beach
8-km west of Mapusa, Anjuna is one of the most popular beaches in Goa. Iit was the haunt of the flower generation in the sixties and still popular with the younger generation. A key attraction here is a magnificent Albuquerque Mansion built in 1920, flanked by octagonal towers and an attractive Mangalore tile-roof.
Baga Beach
Baga Beach is located just 10-km west of Mapusa and extends essentially out of Calangute Beach. It is a secluded and pleasant beach with good recreational facilities like river cruises, water-skiing, yachting and fishing. Staying here is no problem as there are many lovely, small cottages available.

Benaulim Beach
Benaulim is located 7-km west ofMargoa. It is one of the most tranquil Goan destinations. The best thing about Benaulim is that it is still rather undiscovered by domestic tourists even though it is a fishing beach. The Church of St John the Baptist atop a hill overlooks the beach. It is a worth visiting place in Benaulim

Agonda Beach
37 kms from Margao, it is a nature lover's delight. Secluded and picturesque, this beach is ideal for lazing around in the sun. Agonda is the place if you are looking for peace and solitude.

Colva Beach
6 km. from Margao, Colva is not one of the traditionally known beaches of Goa. Here sea , sand and sky blend in enchanting natural harmony, weaving their magic spell on the visitors. The beach offers good accommodation facilities.

Miramar Beach
It is just 3 km from Panaji in the north of the state and a km away from Dona Paula. A lovely golden beach of soft sand girdled with palm trees, Miramar is one of the most popular beaches, it is just where the Mandovi meets the sea. From here one has an excellent view of the Aguada fort just across the river.

Calangute Beach
16 kms from Panaji, this 7 km-long 'queen of beaches,' is a popular holiday resort. The small houses amidst the coconut groves behind the beach are always in demand. It is the most popular holiday resort in Goa and a hit with foreign tourists
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Arambol Beach
About 50 km from Panaji, this is an unique beach in north Goa. It is both rocky and sandy and the most sought-after beach by foreign visitors.