These places in Goa will give you the feel of a movie set

Rohan Fernandes

TROPICAL PARADISE

Goa's tropical scenery and cultural aesthetic make it an ideal backdrop to movie sets.

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A FILM ENTHUSIAST'S DREAM

You have to visit these scenic spots in Goa if you are a film enthusiast on vacation to the state.

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1. Divar Island

The picturesque island, epitomising Goa's susegad lifestyle, resembles a movie set, especially when biking through its alleys and fields.

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2. Three Kings Chapel hill

This is a beautiful hill with a small chapel overlooking the Arabian Sea and neighbouring villages. A perfect spot for a sunset rendez-vous, the location has been featured in many Bollywood movies.

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3. Old Goa

A centre for Christian pilgrimage in India, noted for its Baroque-style churches and cathedrals, Old Goa resembles European church locations, lending it the appearance of a movie set.

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4. Shristhal, Canacona

The Shri Mallikarjun Temple in Canacona is captivating with a spacious courtyard and a serene, understated architectural charm. It has served as a filming site for movies like Singham.

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5. Panjim city

The Latin quarters of Fontainhas, Panjim, with its European ambience and the Church of the Immaculate Conception have been included in many movies.

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6. Forts

The forts of Chapora, Cabo De Rama and others have been featured in various movies.

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