Submitted by-Ayush Saxena

Tourism Scenario of Goa

Getting familiar with some facts of Goa.Understanding about tourism in Goa and its

current scenario.To know about the accessibility modes to

reach Goa.To know the famous places of visits and

activities in Goa in Tourism point of view.To understand the culture and dance forms

popular in Goa.

Objectives of presentation

Goa Facts State- Goa Capital- Panaji (Panjim) Time Zone-

IST(GMT+0530hrs) Largest city- Vasco da gama Area- 3702 sq km Coastline length- 300 km Main languages- Konkani,

Marathi, English and Hindi When to go- November to

March

Mainly known for its beaches, place of worship, scenic beauty and world heritage architectures, Goa is visited by a large number of both International and domestic tourists each year.

Because of being in the area of western ghats, it is rich in flora and fauna and is classified as a biodiversity hotspot.

Portuguese(who entered in the early 16th century as merchants and conquered) cultural influence can still be seen in the historic city of Margao.

Goa tourism development corporation is the governmental body that looks after the growth and development of Goa

Introduction to Goa Tourism

Goa Tourism Development Corporation(GTDC) is the governmental organization which is responsible for better growth and development of tourism in Goa, all the rules and regulations are formed by GTDC.

According to stats, tourism is Goa’s primary industry as it handles 12% of all foreign tourist arrivals in India.

In the recent times tourism in Goa has witnessed a bit of decline, because of overuse of its beaches in past and therefore GTDC is planning for alternate tourism in Goa such as increase in adventure water sport activities in Goa and many more.

Suggestion- Goa is one of the best tourist attraction that our country is blessed with, which provides lots of FOREX to us and can continue to be so for many more years to come, but has to keep sustainability as its primary aim to focus.

Analysis and growth of tourism in Goa

By Air Airport NameGoa International Airport-Vasco-da-Gama(DABOLIM)By Rail

The Konkan Railway makes Goa easily accessible by rail from cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Mangalore, Ernakulam, Thiruvanthapuram. Goa is also liked to Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Pune.

By Road Goa is connected with all the major towns in India via the National Highways NH4A, NH17 and NH17A.

By SeaA number of Ship cruises are available between Mumbai & Panaji covering entire Konkan coastline. A new cruise has started since December 2003 that piles thrice a week from Mumbai to Panaji

ACCESSIBILITY

Churches And Convents of Goa Beaches Forts Wild Life Sanctuaries Cruises Water Sports Waterfalls(Mainly Dudhsagar Waterfall) Goa Carnival

PLACES OF VISIT

VIEW OF BEACHES

Miramar Calangute Baga

Anjuna Colva Palolem

CHURCHES & CONVENTS OF GOA

The Church of Our Lady of Rosary

The Se Cathedral

Basilica of Bom Jesus

Velha Goa Church St. Cajetan Church, Old Goa

Water sports

Casino of kings in Goa

Forts and wildlife sanctuaries

Terekhol Fort Fort Aguada Chapora Fort

Cabo da RamaSalim Ali Bird

Sanctuary

Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary

A common generalization about Goans is that they are born with music and football in their blood. This can be attributed to the fact that football and music are deeply entrenched in Goa culture.

Music of goa -Mando and dulpod are traditional goa musical forms.

Dance of goa -Some traditional Goa dance forms are dekhnni, fugdi, and corridinho. Western social dancing are also famous dance form of Goa

GOAN CULTURE

Famous dances of Goa

Fugdi dance

Dekhni dance

Goa carnival

Held on February-march month every year