Goa Explained

In the last 10 years Goa has been very popular with tourists and those who would like to make Goa their second home. It is assumed that about 3,000 foreigners, principally British, have purchased properties in Goa and there are a few hundreds who return to Goa every year for their annual holiday.

In the same period Goa has progressed very well providing modern facilities in shopping, restaurants, private accommodations and 5 star hotels along the 100 km of sandy beaches. One can get almost everything in the mini and supermarkets of Goa that you can get in the UK, including all that you need for a good whole English breakfast.

Goa is on the mainland of India and its size is around 150 km from north to south and 70 kms wide, with a population of 1.5 million. One can easily say that this is the most sparcely populated state of India.

Goa obtained its independence in 19th December 1961 from the Portugese, who left a very good impact of Christianity on the indiginous population. You can see the Portuguese prints , not only in the construction of churches, but in the old town architecture and in the behavior and mannerisms of the local people. A tourist must visit the famous churches in old Goa and the temples scattered around to get a sense of religious flavour of the region. The main population of Goa consists of Catholic and Hindus and a minority of Muslims. Goa could be recognised as the most westernised state in India and there is a sense of more liberalism of behaviour and dress sense clearly evident everywhere. Goa is the only state with Casinos mainly in hotels and small cruise ships. A tourist, undoubtedly, will feel very happy and free when walking along the beaches and on the high street in Panjim, the capital.  

Goa is divided into north and south. The north consisting of the famous Baga, Calungute and Candolim beaches, with Panjim, the Capital, in the extreme south of north Goa. The international airport is about 27 kms south of Panjim (see our maps). South Goa is bigger in size and boasts many quiet beaches with famous Palolem and Uttorda beaches to name but a few.  

Goa is principally famous for its fish dishes, Goan curry and rice being the most popular. However, Indian dishes can be served everywhere from 5 star hotels, shacks on the beaches to well known hotels in the city area. The choice for anybody is enormous. The local supermarkets, for those who choose self catering holidays, will have plenty to choose from the small mini markets and local outlets, including the famous Panjim vegetable and fish market. Alcolholic drinks are obviously a lot cheaper by UK standard and the choice is the same as in the UK. Local plus foreign wines are available as well.  

Obviously, people are attracted to Goa for two reasons, its sandy beaches and cheap standard of living. With 100 kms of white sandy beaches you can mistake Goa either being one of the West Indies islands with coconut trees, but with the Portugese influence all around. Most tourists finish spending their days on the beach and eating in one of the beach shacks. At night there are well known discos such as Titos and Cabana, and others, to amuse themselves- check website-Best Discos in Goa.  

There are a lot of people who wish to purchase a second property, either for holidays or retirement, in Goa. The property prices have gone down in India at present and it is the right time to purchase a property in Goa. The properties being built in Goa are to European standard and you will be proud to have a second home in sunny, beachy and modern Goa.  

So, as a tourist or a property purchaser, we can help you in both these respects and please go through our web site, which gives all sort of information if you are interested in either of these intentions. Our apartments and villas belong to people who have purchased homes for their holidays, but are releasing these properties for short term hire.  

So, why wait, take a step and complete the forms clarifying your intention to visit or purchase a property in Goa. We are here to service your requirements and answer any queries that you may have. It only remains to say "Welcome to Sunny Goa".