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Weaver: Special Edition dedicated to ASPAM
Churches and temples aside, another such marvel whose key
the major attraction that lures tourists attraction is the Albuquerque
to Goa as mentioned earlier are its Mansion built in 1920. There is also a
gorgeous beaches. One of the most flea market that takes place here every
famous beaches of North Goa is the Wednesday. In the nearby village of
Arambol beach. Filled with immense Arpora, two magnificent Saturday
natural beauty, Arambol has also night bazaars take place in the non-
become a great cultural hub in Goa. It monsoon season. Other amazing
has a ton of water sports and activities beaches in Goa include Palolem
such as paragliding and parasailing, Beach, Patrem beach, Morjim beach
many massage options and spas and a and many others.
very big beach market. Near Arambol Moving forward to the most
is also the Sweet Water Lake which is important topic that is food! The
the only source of fresh water in Goa. Goan everyday diet consists of rice,
There are also live music options, fish curry, pickles and fried fish. This
many shops and hundreds of kind of food can be found on almost
restaurants. The water is also shallow every beach shack. Goa’s cuisine is
and ideal for swimming. also a blend of Portuguese and local
You can say that Arambol is a flavours. For example, dishes like
Goa within Goa. Anjuna beach is Prawn Balchao or
Kingfish in garlic have distinct
Portuguese flavours.
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