Vagator, Goa
What is the
trademark of Goa is very well reflected in Vagator which is one
of the most beautiful of the soft white sand beaches that Goa
is famous for.Whanever you see a picture of a beach typically
dotted with plam trees and sea green water with people in water
clothes and having fun in water,you will see all this and much
more in the Vagator beach.This beach is just like one out of a
picture postcard.The inhabited area around this beach is lush
green, dotted with coconut palms, friendly farmhouses and pictorial
Portuguese bungalows. On the north-west corner of the city are
the remains of the Chapora fort. The fort is well preserved and
offers some splendid views from its ramparts. A ten minute walk
south of the Big Vagator is Ozran, also known as 'Little Vagator'.
This end of the beach is relatively secluded and has a row of
cafes catering to the tourists who are here during the day. One
going to Goa cannot miss visiting the Vagator beach.Vagator is
a good vacation option for sea enthusiasts. It is an ideal place
for people with small budgets but lots of time with them. It
is an attractive little bay between rocky headlands with a series
of small beaches with shady palms. Chapora Fort is on a hill at
the northern end. Now in ruins, the fort stands on the southern
bank od the Chapora River. It was originally made by Asil Shah.
Later on the Mughals and Portuguese used it.
When to visit:
The best time
of the year to visit this area is between September and March.
How to reach there:
Buses leave
Panaji (a 55- minute ride) and Mapusa (a 30-minute ride) for Vagator
every 15 minutes. From the bus stop it is a one kilometre walk
over a hill to the beach. Most of the accommodation, restaurants
and cafes are located in this area. Panaji, Goa is accessible
by air from all the major cities of the country. There are adequate
train and bus connections also from other cities.
Where to stay:
Accommodation
is easily available. Rooms and cottages are available at Vagator
Beach Resort. Another good place to stay is Abu John Bungalows.
