Goa at a Glance
Goa, state of India, comprising a mainland district on the country’s southwestern coast and an offshore island. It is located about 250 miles (400 km) south of Mumbai (Bombay). One of India’s smallest states, it is bounded by the states of Maharashtra on the north and Karnataka on the east and south and by the Arabian Sea on the west. The capital is Panaji (Panjim), on the north-central coast of the mainland district.
The best time to visit Goa is between November and March when the Goa weather is beautifully balmy & clear with a cool sea breeze blowing through.
If you are coming to Goa by airways then the nearest international airport is located at Dabolim. Dabolim main airport is situated at a distance of almost 29 kilometers away from Panaji.
Via railways, it is quite easy to reach Goa as the major railway stations in Goa are located in Margao. The main railway station is known as Madgaon and Vasco-da-gama.
Goa is full of surprises from head to toe. No matter what part of Goa you are touring, there is something special waiting for you. From beaches and parties to temples and churches, Goa amazes you in its contrasting yet welcoming aspects.
Both North Goa and South Goa are perfect destinations for stay or enjoyment, but they have their own flavours to offer to the visitors. To clear the confusion, it is better to check out the prime focus of your vacation and decide accordingly. Despite being in the same region, North Goa and South Goa differ in various ways.
Since Goa is a small state, weather in all of its parts remains almost the same at all times. Both North Goa and South Goa have tropical weather condition with a hot and humid climate all through the year. But one can notice that the weather of South Goa is less humid in comparison to that of North Goa, may be due to beaches and sun. Considering its climate, both North and South Goa are best to visit between the months of November and March due to comparatively pleasant weather conditions.