This garden in Panjim is a breath of fresh air

Abigail Crasto

GREEN SPACES

Maintained by the Goa Forest Department, a serene garden in Campal, Panjim, known as the Bhagwan Mahaveer Bal Vihar, overlooks the River Mandovi.

Goa| Campal | Forest Dept | Bhagwan Mahaveer Bal Vihar| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

JUST CHILL

The garden, with its sprawling greens, offers visitors a space for leisure activities to relax and unwind, and features several attractions, especially for kids.

Goa| Campal | Garden| Stroll| Leisure| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

IN THE LAP OF NATURE

The perks of being around nature are many. To start with, visitors can take their evening walks, sit and relax by the lawn, stroll around and even enjoy the pedal boat rides.

Goa| Campal |Pedal boats| Water| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

CHILD'S PLAY

An ideal picnic spot, the garden has a kids' recreational area, complete with slides, swings and more, letting the little ones have some fun time.

Goa| Campal |Children's Park| Fun activities| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

WHAT'S IN A NAME

While strolling around the garden, which is peppered with trees and lush vegetation, you can also check out the labels that let you identify trees and learn about their uses.

Goa| Campal |Garden| Trees| Amidst nature| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

SNACKIN' OPTIONS

Recharge and savour some delights at the restaurant housed within the environs of the garden. And, as a bonus, there are chaat stalls right outside the garden, too.

Goa| Campal | Ishna Restaurant| Eatery| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

ENTRY FREE

Visiting this garden, situated on DB Marg, close to Kala Academy is absolutely free, and a welcome deviation from the usual tourist itinerary.

Goa| Campal |Panjim| Must Visit| | Photo: Abigail Crasto

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