VERDANT GOA The rains transform Goa into a stunningly lush green paradise. Waterfalls come alive, and the landscape takes on a whole new beauty..CHASING WATERFALLS Though Goa's tourist season lasts from October to May, the State attracts tourists of a different kind in the rains. .CASCADING CAUTION Goa's waterfalls come alive during the monsoon, gushing down the hillsides with renewed vigour. .HIDDEN DANGERGoa's rivers transform from gentle streams into powerful currents during the monsoon..ALLURE VS PERILSwimming in some of these rain-fed water bodies, especially abandoned quarries, can be dangerous..AT YOUR OWN RISKAs per an order issued by the District Magistrate, swimming in abandoned quarries, at waterfalls, rivers, lakes and other water bodies in South Goa is banned. .COULD BE TRAGIC This order applies to both, locals and tourists, due to the unfortunate drowning incidents reported at some of the water bodies. .STICK TO THE RULES Those failing to comply with the order will be liable for penal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code and other prevalent laws in force. .STAY SAFE The order has come into effect from May 26, 2024, and will remain in force for 60 days, unless withdrawn earlier. .NEXT: Sights and sounds from Panjim .SEE MORE
VERDANT GOA The rains transform Goa into a stunningly lush green paradise. Waterfalls come alive, and the landscape takes on a whole new beauty..CHASING WATERFALLS Though Goa's tourist season lasts from October to May, the State attracts tourists of a different kind in the rains. .CASCADING CAUTION Goa's waterfalls come alive during the monsoon, gushing down the hillsides with renewed vigour. .HIDDEN DANGERGoa's rivers transform from gentle streams into powerful currents during the monsoon..ALLURE VS PERILSwimming in some of these rain-fed water bodies, especially abandoned quarries, can be dangerous..AT YOUR OWN RISKAs per an order issued by the District Magistrate, swimming in abandoned quarries, at waterfalls, rivers, lakes and other water bodies in South Goa is banned. .COULD BE TRAGIC This order applies to both, locals and tourists, due to the unfortunate drowning incidents reported at some of the water bodies. .STICK TO THE RULES Those failing to comply with the order will be liable for penal action under Section 188 of the Indian Penal Code and other prevalent laws in force. .STAY SAFE The order has come into effect from May 26, 2024, and will remain in force for 60 days, unless withdrawn earlier. .NEXT: Sights and sounds from Panjim .SEE MORE