Book Description:
Famous for its fine beaches and lush vegetation, Goa can also boast historic cities and towns, temples and wildlife sanctuaries that delight travellers. Goa is one of India's smallest states, about 100km (62 miles) from north to south along the coast and rarely exceeding 60km (37 miles) from west to east. This makes it accessible for reaching the nearby states of Kerala and Kamataka, both also featured as places to visit in Travellers Goa. Most visitors will reach Goa from Mumbai (Bombay) and things to see and do on the way (or the way back) are also included, such as Elephanta cave, an amazing sight that contains a collection of rock art linked to the cult of Shiva. Special features include facts and information about markets, the Konkan railway, grand Goan houses, birdwatching and ayurveda, 'the science of life'. A choice of four walks and two tours include the house of Panaji, churches in old Goa, hindu temples around Ponda and the Colonial buildings of Mumbai. Packed with useful, practical tips, the directory section includes shopping, entertainment, activities for children, sport and leisure, food and drink, and types of accommodation available to travellers. A range of popular, compact guidebooks are perfect for planning all sorts of holidays whether long haul, short haul, regional tours and city breaks. It contains full of useful information on walks and tours, accommodation and eating out, shopping options and top travel tips, they're all you need for your holiday right at your fingertips. It is presented in a user friendly design. It contains 180 colour photographs and 15 colour maps. It contains easily accessible A Z format for key practical information. It includes feature spreads to illuminate cultural and historical background.
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