Experience world of spices at Goa's Sahakari Spice Farm
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SWAGATAM
A warm welcome with showering of flowers and folk dance presentation awaits all those who visit Sahakari Spice Farm at Curti in Ponda.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Farm fresh | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
WELCOME DRINK
No sooner, the welcome is done, guests are served a drink and later taken on a spice trail on the plantation spread over 130 acres of thick vegetation.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Welcome drink | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
ENROUTE TO NATURE
One can enjoy the enchanting beauty of nature while trekking through the farm which is home to different species of birds, fruits, herbs and spices.
Goa|Ponda|Sahakari Spice trail | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
ABSOLUTE BLISS
The farm has natural flowing water which is used for irrigation. The whole patch of land is a treat for the eyes and a delight for the mind.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Growing goodness | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
SKY HIGH
Arecanut and coconut trees and banana plantations are most commonly found here. Absolute calmness prevails on the farm and one can constantly hear the chirping of birds.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Nature's wealth | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
THE PERFECT GUIDE
A well-informed and educated field guide will explain to you about spice and fruit plants.
Goa|Ponda|Know your spices | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
VANILLA WORLD
This is the only farm in Goa and among the few in India where vanilla is grown. It’s the second most expensive spice in the world.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Vanilla | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
VERSATILE SPICE
The black pepper also known as black gold is grown here along with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and turmeric to name a few. The smell of these raw spices is a treat for the senses.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|King of spices | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
ALLSPICE
Also known as Jamaican pepper and sarvasugandhi in Kerala, this spice comprises the flavors of nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves and coriander.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Soothe your senses | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
PACK THE PUNCH
One can find a feni (cashew liquor) distillation unit where the entire process is explained and, at the end, one can also taste it.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Feni trail | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
SHOCK TREATMENT
Towards the end of the guided spice tour, cold water stored in an earthen pot is poured on the backs of the guests for a relaxing effect after the tiring walk around the farm.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Water therapy | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
SPICY TREAT
And after the spice tour, the guests can taste some authentic vegetarian and non-vegetarian food.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|For the foodies | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
TAKE A SOUVENIR
While leaving the farm, visitors can find 21 different types of spices, pure aromatic oils, and uniquely carved artifacts to take home as souvenirs.
Goa|Ponda|Spices|Take memories | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta
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