Tourism in Goa

Tourism In Goa

The state of Goa, India, is famous for its beautiful beaches, churches and temples and its primary industry is tourism. Tourism is generally focused on the coastal areas of Goa, with decreased tourist activity inland. Foreign tourists, mostly from Europe, arrive in Goa in Winter while the summer and Monsoon seasons see a large number of Indian tourists. The state handled 7 % of all foreign tourist arrivals in the country in 2011. This relatively small state is situated on the western coast of India, between the borders of Maharashtra and Karnataka and is better known to the world as a former Portuguese enclave on Indian soil. Influenced by over 450 years of Portuguese rule and Latin culture, Goa presents a somewhat different representation of the country to the foreign visitors. Major tourist attractions include: Bom Jesus Basilica, Fort Aguada, a wax museum on Indian culture and a heritage museum. The Churches and Convents of Goa have been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.