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15 km north of Panaji. Part of the 30 km coastline stretch of
Northern Beaches of Goa that covers the most popular hotspots
of Goa and India tourism.
Till the mid 90s Calangute (along with the adjoining Baga)
used to be the beach of Goa for hippies, where ganja,
hash and drug-induced merriment personified the Goa holiday
in India experience. For the flower children the address of
the center of the Universe was – Calangute / Baga, Goa, India.
The Universe has changed since then, but Calangute still
remains the most happening beach of Goa, and the most crowded.
In place of hippies, those on a cheap Goa holiday package
tour have taken over.
This huge 7 km sweep of sand is sometimes called the 'Queen
of Goa Tourism’. But Calangute isn't a beautiful beach of
Goa; there’re hardly any palms, and the sand isn’t very clean.
But it’s rock-free and offers good swimming (though beware
of the sudden drop and seaward current in some parts). And
there’s always plenty going on, with backpacking sun-tanners
from across the world holding sway. Licensed shacks line the
beach and offer excellent food from across the world, Goa
and India. Travel to them for good food and attractive ambiance,
especially in the evenings.
So for a busy beach of Goa, and a Goa holiday experience
in the company of Sun- worshippers United, Calangute is the
place to be.
Immediately to the north Baga is one of the fishing village
beaches of Goa, offering interesting sights of the lifestyle
of the fishing community. Water-sports can be enjoyed
at the Goan Bananas Water Sports here and at the adjoining
beaches.
A large variety of showrooms filled with handicrafts from
across India line up the main road running towards Anjuna.
As in most other such shops in Goa and India, bargaining is
essential.
A number of midrange and good value restaurants and
cafes near the beach offer delicious options from the cuisine
of Goa, India and the west. Italian is a particular specialty
here. Club Cabana at Arpora is a huge club ideally located
on a hilltop overlooking one of the most exciting beaches
of Goa and India. Spread over different floors and an outdoor
area that includes a pool & barbecue it can accommodate
1500 people! Private parties are also organized. The theme
nites here with costumes and decor are particularly popular.
Calangute town does not have much of interest for those
seeking to spice up their Goa travel, except a very busy fish
market. But in terms of Goa travel essentials, there’re plenty
of facilities here. These include postal and foreign exchange
services, banks, medical facilities, and most importantly, variety
of eateries and bars. Infact, the number of Internet Cafes in
Calangute rivals those in the entire city of Panaji. All the
major Goa package tour operators and Goa travel agencies have
offices here.
CALANGUTE BEACH, GOA. ACCOMMODATION
For those
looking for a midrange or a budget / cheap Goa hotel, there’s
plenty of excellent choices on, and close to the busiest beach
for Goa tourism. Ondas Do Mar is a popular deluxe Goa hotel,
with beachfront location and excellent facilities. Paradise
Village is one of the leading midrange hotels of Goa, which
along with many others in the same range offer excellent facilities
that include restaurant, pool and Internet. Golden Eye is
a highly recommended beachfront cheap Goa hotel, Coco Banana
is another. Infact, cheap Goa hotels / guesthouses offering
good value stretch uninterrupted from Calangute to Baga.
EXCURSIONS
* Panaji (Panjim)
* Old Goa
* Other northern beaches of Goa
* Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
* Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary
* Savoi Spice Plantation
* Temples at Ponda
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