Feel the sky close in as you soak in the beauty of Chorla Ghat

Rohan Fernandes

MEETING POINT

Chorla Ghat is a gem nestled amidst the biodiverse Western Ghats where the borders of Goa, Maharashtra and Karnataka meet.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

WALK IN THE CLOUDS

The monsoons is a great time to visit the Ghat as it provides some stunning vistas from some of its points.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

SLOW DOWN

Here is a list of some of the points on the Chorla Ghat from where you can watch the rains and breathtaking views.

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1) VIEW POINT NO 1 (GOA SIDE)

As you ascend the ghat, this first viewpoint will allow you to see the overall view of the Anjunem lake and the vast expanse of rain-kissed lush greenery as far as the eyes can see.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Anjunem Lake | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

2) VIEW POINT NO 2 (CASCADES)

The drive along Chorla Ghat is made scenic by numerous such cascading waterfalls and gurgling streams in the monsoon season.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Waterfalls | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

3) VIEW POINT NO 3 (KARNATAKA SIDE)

This view point on the Karnataka side of Chorla Ghat allows visitors to soak in some of the most panoramic views of Goan villages nestled within the Sattari taluka, including Hivrem.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Hivrem | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

4) VIEW POINT NO 4 (SURLA VILLAGE)

This view point located in the village of Surla in Goa offers a far distant glimpse of the Surla waterfall. One has to trek for roughly 45 minutes to reach the waterfall and experience its full glory.

Goa | Monsoons in Goa | Monsoon places to visit | Chorla Ghat | Surla Falls | Photo: Viresh Parsekar

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