PALOLEM BEACH IN GOA

Palolem beach in Goa is situated 2km west of Chaudi. Palolem beach is one of the most ideal beaches in this Indian state of Goa. It has a crescent shaped bay lined with swaying coconut palms hemmed by a pair of rocky crags. The white sand beach in an arc is picture perfect. The village located nearby has several cafes and souvenir stalls catering to day-trippers and vacationers who arrive in droves on sightseeing tours of the beaches. Despite the commercialisation, Palolem remains a traditional village, where the easy pace of life is dictated by the three daily rounds of todi-tapping.

One of the most popular beaches in India's Goa, Palolem is a beach of white sand facing a blue bay between two headlands. The little wooded islands on the northern headland look interesting and if you're keen, you can persuade one of the fishermen to ferry you across. One can also venture out to the sea to spot dolphins at this beautiful beach in Goa. Since tourists discovered Palolem, few shacks have mushroomed which sells seafood,snacks, souvenirs and clothes.

How to reach
Palolem is just 3 km away from Canacona Railway Junction, now on the Konkan Railway. Tourists can take taxis and auto-rickshaws to reach Palolem beach from Margao, 40 km away. There are regular buses from Margao to Palolem that would drop tourists at Canacona village. Panaji, the capital, is more than 70 km away.

Where to stay
Tourists visiting this small Indian town of Goa have the option of choosing beautiful beach huts and family room in Palolem. Weekends can tend to be a bit overcrowded with picnickers, beachcombers and tourists thronging the Palolem beach on weekends.

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