25 Instagram Photos That Will Make You Fall In Love With Goa India

Land of sun, sand, sea, and shells—it’s hard to keep from being trigger-happy when you’re in the sunshine state of Goa. From swathes of balmy seaside to rolling fields of green, the unrelenting monsoon months, a colorful, lively and vibrant culture—there’s a lot about Goa that can be captured in stunning pictures. Here are 25 pictures that will make you fall in love with Goa, or at least prompt a trip to experience it for yourself.

Goa’s classic golden sunsets make for a fabulous backdrop to go parasailing—a common water sport found across beaches in Goa, and a unique way to take in uninterrupted views of the world below.

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Experience Goa from a different dimension with a hot air balloon ride that offers spectacular sunrise or sunset views—a side of Goa you’ve never seen before.

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There are few things more inviting than coconut tree-lined shaded avenues leading off into the beach.

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For the solitude seekers looking for hidden beaches away from the crowds, Butterfly Beach, just off Palolem in South Goa, offers a perfect hideaway.

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Away from the hectic humdrum of Goa’s coastline is the hinterland, lush and verdant with forests, cooler temperatures, and water bodies perfect for a mid-day dip.

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The many forts that dot Goa form a crucial part of its architectural legacy. Fort Tiracol is a 16th-century fort that has been restored and turned into a luxury heritage hotel.

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Snaking through Goa, several waterways, canals, and backwaters offer pristine views and picturesque spots for moments of solitude.

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The island life is calm, gentle, and at peace with nature.

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The resplendent Basilica of Bom Jesus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.

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Open from 4 p.m. well into the wee hours of the morning, the Saturday Night Market in Arpora is a great place to catch the quintessential Goa flea market vibe, with food, dance, music, and shopping.

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Tall, white, and imposing, you’ll find churches like this punctuate the landscape of Goa.

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The Goa experience is incomplete without a visit to the Flea Market that operates on Wednesdays in Anjuna.

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Come June, the coastal monsoons wash the state down and all the paddy fields scream freshness with this bright green look.

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The coastline in Goa has several hill forts and cliffs overlooking the sea, making for vantage points from which to look into the roaring sea below.

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Caramel custard or caramel pudding is an all time favorite, easy to make, homemade Goan dessert, loved for its simple and comforting flavor.

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A fish thali, also known as rice plate, is Goa on a plate—tasty portions of the complete Goan meal are served with fish curry, fish fry, rice, stir-fried clams or shrimp, and a vegetable or salad, and finished with a digestive drink made of kokum.

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With the freshest everyday catch, prepared in a medley of aromatic spices either grilled or fried, Goa is paradise for seafood lovers.

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Gazing at the unreal sunsets, spectacular colors, and undisturbed skies are a trademark way to spend evenings by the beach, in Goa.

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Home to some of the best luxury resorts, Goa is an ideal location for a seaside holiday for the whole family.

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This sweet water lake in Arambol was a well-kept secret for many years, and is a great place to enjoy a swim.

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Fontainhas is the Latin Quarter of Goa, in the heart of capital city Panjim—distinct in its narrow winding lanes flanked by brightly colored buildings on either side.

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San Jacinto Island, a pristine spot of land located in the estuary of the Zuari River, is close to the Dabolim International Airport.

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Dusk takes on somber, peaceful colors, perfect for unwinding as the day comes to a close.

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The forests of Goa turn into a thick, overgrown, flourishing mess in the monsoon months, creating oases for animal and plant life.

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The further away from the beaches you go, taking the road off the beaten track, there’s plenty to explore in the innards of Goa’s villages.

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