Miramar Beach Goa, Travel Information
MIRAMAR
BEACH (Introduction)
Miramar Beach is 3 kms from Panaji. A lovely golden
beach of soft sand girdled with palm trees facing the blue Arabian Sea, is the
nearest to Panaji. Miramar is almost part of Panaji.
It is one of the most
popular beaches. If you wish to watch the sunset from Panaji then the best location
would be this beach, which is fifteen minutes' walk along the riverfront avenue
called Dayanand Bandodker Marg.
Miramar is an urban beach where the Mandovi
River meets the Arabian Sea. It is not a safe beach to swim. There is a strong
undercurrent.
The nearby attraction is Aguada Fort. This beach was
originally known as the "Gasper Dias Beach". One can have an excellent
view of Fort Aguada from the beach across the river. The best time to visit this
place is November to March.
TRAVEL INFORMATIONS :
On the way
to Dona Paula which is 1-km ahead of the of the Arabian Sea and Mandovi River,
is Miramar Beach and is 3-km away from the capital city. It is very near to Panjim
and also it is very much commercialized with a large number of hotels and exclusive
homes.
There are a large number of exclusive homes situated on the beautiful
sandy beach called Miramar in Rocky Point. One should make their own arrangements
for fishing, kayaking and other stuffs for fun in the water. People those are
interested in walking for miles along this beautiful beach should make it sure
to bring a walkman for listening to music during their walk. One can also have
a closer view of the graceful and playful dolphins over here.
Miramar
Beach-Lying against the estuary of the river Mandovi,it is just 3 km from Panaji
in the north of the state and a km away from Dona Paula. Also known as, Gaspar
Dias,it is a lovely golden beach of soft sand,occupied by a thick grove of shady
palms, facing the blue Arabian Sea and forming a dense canopy over the area. As
the word 'Miramar' in Portuguese, means, the viewing of the sea, so one can have
a panoramic view of the sea, and the Aguada fort just across the Mandovi River.
The most captivating, view is created ,when this 2 km long coast of fine
, soft & silvery sand bed sparkles in the moonlight.It provides the much-desired
solitude & isolation, for those who want a few moments of life away from the
crazy crowd of the city,as it is not too much crowded.Its good location, peaceful
& quiet atmosphere makes it an ideal place
Miramar Beach Tours
for walksThis place provides to many migratory birds, like, Plovers and Gulls.
so this beach is a favorite amongst human beings as well as birds.
The
beach experiences a mixed croud of locals and tourists alike on most days and
the tourists find all the facilities within the vicinity of Miramar Beach as,
various beach resorts and hotels are present, on the Miramar Beach itself.One
can enjoy shopping, sightseeing, tourist destinations and even the festive hue
of the local,Konkani fishermen. There are also other activities that occupy one’s
entertainment list. Dhempe College of Arts and Science & the memorial to Goa's
first chief minister,are other places worth a visit.This beach makes one forget
all the problems of life & teaches one to enjoy the each & every moment
of it. |
