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Soulful and serene, South Goa offers you a rich mix of exotic and sandy beaches, history-rich churches and temples, glimpses of Portuguese culture, delectable seafood, unspoiled greenery and an incredible romantic vibe. South Goa is known for its clean and secluded beaches, religious places, scenic drives and serene environment. \u00a0You can come here and visit the sandy beaches as well as beautiful churches and temples. Places<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>to<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>visit<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>in<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>South<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>Goa<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>other<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>then<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>beaches<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>, there are many places you can explore when visiting South<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>Goa<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>in<\/strong><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/u>January<\/strong><\/u><\/strong><\/a>. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some popular destinations:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bom<\/strong>\u00a0Jesus<\/strong>\u00a0Basilica<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Symbol of Righteousness: If you want to spend some moments of peace then you can come to this famous church in Goa. \u00a0This church is located in Old Goa. \u00a0Here the relics of \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Saint Francis Xavier are preserved. \u00a0This church is also known for its architecture. \u00a0It is true that this is the oldest church in Goa. But still it has kept the attention of tourists focused on itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

St<\/strong>. Xavier\u2019s<\/strong>\u00a0Church<\/strong>\u00a0in<\/strong>\u00a0South<\/strong>\u00a0Goa<\/strong>: \u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is one of the most visited places in Goa, famous as a major landmark for Catholics. St. Xavier\u2019s Church is one of the oldest churches in Goa, constructed in 1605. \u00a0In the church you can see the Gothic architecture. Although you can see a crowd of tourists in this church. But the birthday of Lord Ishu in December sees the maximum number of tourists here. Lord \u00a0Ishu\u2019s birthday is celebrated with great pomp here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tambdi<\/strong>\u00a0Surla<\/strong>\u00a0Mahadev<\/strong>\u00a0Temple<\/strong>\u00a0in<\/strong>\u00a0South<\/strong>\u00a0Goa<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the oldest temples in the region, the Mahadev Temple at Tambadi Surla dates back to the 12th<\/sup>\u00a0century. \u00a0The temple, as its name suggests, is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is surrounded by lush green vegetation. \u00a0Another interesting fact about the temple is that it is built in the Kadamba-Yadava style of architecture. A style that you will not often find in Hindu temples in India. It is famous for Its intricate stone carvings and serene atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bhagwan<\/strong>\u00a0Mahaveer<\/strong>\u00a0Wildlife<\/strong>\u00a0Sanctuary<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the major tourist and wildlife destinations of South Goa, the Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary is located on the Goa-Karnataka border. The sanctuary is spread over 240 sq km, where you can spot a variety of wildlife species and plants. \u00a0The sanctuary is known to be the largest wildlife sanctuary in Goa and remains extremely popular among nature lovers. \u00a0If you are planning to visit South Goa, then definitely include this place in your list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sri<\/strong>\u00a0Shantadurga<\/strong>\u00a0Temple<\/strong>, South<\/strong>\u00a0Goa:<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This temple is a symbol of 450 years old Indo-Portuguese civilization. \u00a0If you only think that Goa has only churches, then you can see its beauty by visiting this temple. The main attraction of this temple is its 5-storey lamp tower. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga between Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dudh<\/strong>\u00a0Sagar<\/strong>\u00a0Water<\/strong>\u00a0Falls<\/strong>: <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dudhsagar Waterfalls is a beautiful tourist destination situated on the border of South Goa and Karnataka state. \u00a0Falling down from a 310 meter high mountain, this waterfall is surrounded by lush green trees and plants. The reason for calling It Dudh Sagar Falls is also that when this waterfall falls below the height of the mountains, it looks exactly like milk. Flowing down from the tropical forests, this Dudh Sagar Waterfalls presents a picturesque view to the tourists. \u00a0This is the reason why this place is one of the major tourist places in South Goa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Palolam<\/strong>: \u00a0\u00a0<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Palolam is a beach resort located in South Goa, where golden sands and swaying palms add to the mesmerizing ambience. This place is famous for trekking, dolphin spotting, scuba diving, silent disco, canoeing, turtle spotting, and shopping. Known for its stunning natural beauty, Palolem Beach is famous for its crescent-shaped shoreline, clear \u00a0water and serene atmosphere. \u00a0It is a great place to sunbathe, swim and enjoy water sports. Palolem Beach is one of the best places to visit in South Goa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These are just a few of the many attractions in South Goa. The state offers a wide variety of attractions, cultural and natural heritage. South Goa can be secluded and peaceful or full of energy and excitement, depending on how you want to explore the place.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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