Saturday, June 13, 2009
Vagator Beach Shots
The face of Shiva is sculpted by someone on a rock on the shores of Little Vagator Beach.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Vagator Beach
Location: 9 km from Mapusa, North Goa district
Nearby Attraction: Anjuna Beach, Chapora Fort
Highlights: Scenic surroundings, secluded ambience
Best Time To Visit: September To March
When it comes to scenic beauty, Vagator beach is undeniably one of the best beaches in the world. 22 kms from capital city, Panaji, this beach is the north most beach of Bardej Taluka. The Vagator beach is part of a 30 km stretch of beach coastline along the west coast of Goa that is home to some of the top-notch Goan beaches such as the Calangute beach and the Anjuna beach. Vagator overlooked by the 500-year-old Portuguese fort, leaves each visitor dumbstruck with its soft white sands, the black lava rocks, the coconut palms, the lush green landscape, friendly farmhouses, pictorial Portuguese bungalows and the sea turning from aquamarine to emerald green. The crescent shaped beach has become a favorite spot among tourists for midnight parties.
Vagator, like Anjuna, is a relaxed and fairly undeveloped place. It has an excellent, hassle-free atmosphere. If one wants to have a good time on the beach and want to party to the maximum, this is definitely the place to go. To reach this beach, you have to walk about a minute down a steep cliff. The beach is split into two by seaside headland, to the north is North Vagator Beach lined with dense palm plantations and white sand, it is the main beach and is undeniably beautiful. However as it is a prime bus stop for domestic tourists, a lie on the sand or a peaceful swim is out of the question here. Towards the south is the Little Vagator Beach also called as Ozrant Beach at the end of which is a prominent landmark of the face of Shiva sculpted by someone on a rock on the shore. However it has been eroded by wave action. And in the center is a tiny beach cut off from Ozrant down the cliff. This is Middle Vagator beach also called the Tel Aviv Beach. All three beaches are popular with tourist particularly British and Israeli tourists.
Inseparable from Vagator is the Chapora village inhibited by a predominantly fishing community. The village gives the beach an old world charm.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Leisure & Attractions At Vagator Beach
Chapora Fort:
Besides the breath-taking beaches, Vagator has other attractions also to offer. From Vagator beach in Goa, you can see the 500-year-old Portuguese Fort. It takes you down the memory lane depicting the Old Portuguese era. If you want to hike up to this fort, you are welcome, climb up those black rocks and reach this fort. Once inside the fort,you won't mind the fatigue you are feeling because the view from this fort is absolutely stunning, you get to see wide expanse of greenery and the blue sea till your eyes can reach.
Vagator Springs:
Vagator Springs:
Fresh water springs are interesting feature of Vagator. There are two fresh water springs in Vagator, one is at North Vagator beach past the rocks where the beach seems to end at the foot of the hill. The other one is in Ozrantand a bit difficult to locate. It's called by the name of zor which means spring in Konkani. Take a shower in the clean water of springs to wash off the salt after a swim in the sea.
Shopping:
Shopping:
Though Vagator doesn't boasts of any big shopping complex but one thing you will get here in abundance is fish in the local market. You can also buy some candelabras of exquisite china, woven baskets and earthen pots for your family and friends.
Eating Out And Nightlife:
Eating Out And Nightlife:
Vagator's many cafes and restaurants are scattered along the main road and the back lanes that lead to Ozran Beach.There are also several seafood joints behind Big Vagator Beach, one or two of which serve Indian dishes in additionto the usual fish rich Goan specialties. You should also enjoy the local Goan cuisines, which include bananas, coconuts and a famous delicacy called 'Bebinca' a Goan delicacy made from tender coconuts. Restaurants in Vagator dish up tasty seafood, continental dishes, health foods and fruity shakes. Nightlife focuses on the Primrose café, out towards Anjuna, which boasts a beefier than average sound system, and a later bar.
Access & Accommodation At Vagator Beach
Sterling Vagator Beach Resort
Accommodation:
Since the Vagator beach is not a prominent stop in most tourist trails, the necessary structure has yet to come up.Accommodation is limited here and the beach is mostly thronged by budget travelers. Accommodation in Vagator revolves around a few family run budget guesthouses, a pricey resort hotel and dozens of small private properties rented outfor long periods. It is hard to find a room here during the high season, and you may have to settle for whatever you can get until a vacancy opens up. If you plan to stay a while, it is best to arrive in late September or October to begin the search. During the peak tourist season, one might find trouble finding an accommodation here, and so, at that time, Calangute and Baga can be a better bet. Some of the guest houses and hotels nearby are:
1. Sterling Vagator Beach Resort
2. Shettor Villa Guest House
3. Dolrina Guest House
4. Leoney Resort
5. Le Bluebird
6. Jackie's Daynite
7. Garden Villa
8. Pushpa's Palm Grove
9. Alcove
Access:
If you are planning to use flights to Goa, the nearest airport is at Dabolim, which is 29 km away from Panaji. Panaji is just 22 km away from Vagator beach in Goa. If you are travelling by road there are a number of buses that run from Mapusa to Vagator Beach. To get here from Panaji, you must first take a bus to Mapusa. The bus stand for buses to Mapusa is on the main road which is about 1 km from the beach. The nearest interstate bus station is at Mapusa, the KTC bus station. From the bus stop it is a 1-km walk over a hill to the beach. To get here from Calangute or Baga, it is best to take a taxi or a motorcycle taxi as there is no direct bus. There are adequate train connections also from other cities.
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