Explore a quieter side of Goa, and discover hidden gems

Roxanne D'silva

HIDDEN CHARM

Here are some lesser known things about Goa if you want to explore a quieter, hidden side of Goa.

Goa | Best villages of Goa| evening walks in Goa | path through a farm | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

1. QUIET VILLAGES

Get off the beaten path by exploring the untouched villages of Goa. Places like Chorao island and Aldona offer glimpses of rural life and age-old customs.

explore goa| hidden gems|chorao island| Goa | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

2. UNDERGROUND ART SCENE

Dive into Goa's emerging underground art and creative communities. Away from the touristy nightlife, you'll find independent art galleries, quirky cafes hosting poetry reading and art.

museum in Goa| MOG| Goa| art and culture | Venita Gomes

3. STAY IN A PORTUGUESE MANSION

Skip the luxury hotels and opt for a stay in a restored Indo-Portuguese mansion.

Heritage charm| Indo-Portuguese mansion | Quinta Da Graca |Saligao| Goa | Photo: Quinta Da Graca

4. ABANDONED PLACES

Explore Goa's lesser-known, forgotten side by visiting abandoned structures that tell stories of its past.

hidden places| abandoned structures| Goa| past stories | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

5. ECO-FRIENDLY STAYS

For an offbeat stay, consider nature lodges or eco-friendly accommodation. Immerse in Goa's biodiversity while you embrace the rural side of Goa.

Homestay |Jungle Trails|Talade |Tambdi Surla| | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

6. GOA'S MONSOON MAGIC

Goa is lovely not only in the dry season, but also during the monsoon, when you can enjoy the lush, green countryside, cascading waterfalls, misty mornings, and a more serene, tranquil atmosphere.

lush greenery | Monsoon diary| Goa monsoon| monsoon| Goa | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

7. HIDDEN CAVES

Goa is home to ancient rock carvings and caves. Head to Khandepar to discover prehistorical rock art etched into laterite stones or trek to the Pandava caves in Arvalem.

Khandepar | Goa | ancient caves | 11th century AD | Shivalingam | Photo: Nandini Das Gupta

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