Vasco Da Gama
Vasco Da Gama
Vasco Da Gama is the largest town in Goa with a population of over 100000 in 2005. Lying on the western edge of the Mormugao Peninsula , Vasco Da Gama is just 30km from Panaji.Vasco Da Gama is named after the Portuguese explorer and it was in the hands of the Portuguese from 1543 . It was one of the busiest ports on the west coast of India. Still it continues to be a busy harbor with container vessels and hoys containing iron ore arriving here in large numbers.
Tourist Attractions Of Vasco Da Gama :
• Pilot Point at Headland Sada , this place provides a breathtaking view of the port as well as the Zuari river meeting the Arabian Sea.
• Japanese Garden , which you must visit while you are here.
• Baina Beach considered as one of the safest beach in Goa, is just a walk away from the city.
• Bogmalo Beach : This was earlier a fishing village but now it has gradually transformed in to a tourist hotspot. The sun kissed sandy beach , along with the sparkling white Chapel and the red brick cottages hold their own charm. You will find line of coconut trees all around and among this you will find signs of modernity creeping in with five star hotel, café-bars etc. You can do shopping for Kashmiri handicrafts here. You can reach Bogmalo beach by a taxi from Vasco Da Gama
• The Naval Aviation Museum : This has the honor of being the first naval museum in Asia . It was opened to the public in 1998.You will find here depiction of the history of Indian Naval Aviation. Also among other things you will see here weapons, sensors, safety equipments, rare photographs etc. The added feature of this museum it is situated in the picturesque surroundings of the Bogmalo beach .
How To Reach: :
Air: Dabolim Airport is located just 4 km away from Vasco Da Gama :
Rail: The railway station is a prominent landmark here. This is in the southern part of Vasco Da Gama. South Central Railway operates here.
Road: The National Highway ,NH17A connects Vasco to other parts of Goa and major cities in India.
South India Tour Travel invites you to come to Vasco Da Gama, a place of historical significance.
