Bhopal to Goa

About the city:Beautiful palm fringed beaches, Portuguese architecture, a happening nightlife and peace and tranquility- that’s Goa for you. One of India’s most popular holiday destinations, Goa has something for everyone.

Airports and Railways: The Dabolim Airport lies 29 kilometers away from the state capital of Panaji. The airport is well connected by regular flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Kochi. The two main railway stations in Goa are the Madhgaon Junction (39 kilometres from Panjim), Vasco- Da- Gama Railway Station (28 kilometres from Panjim) and Dabolim Railway station (25 kilometres from Panjim). All these stations are well connected by trains from the rest of the country.
There are various public as well as private bus operators in Goa that provide inter-state and intra-state connections. KSRTC, MSRTC and KTC are some of the government transport corporations that operate from Panaji, Madgaon and Vasco Da Gama. There are also many private bus operators such as Neeta Tour and Travels, Paulo Travels and Naik Tours and Travels that operate bus services to and from cities like Mumbai and Pune.

Hotels and Restaurants: Some of Goa’s finest hotels include Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort, Deltin Suites, Neelam’s The Grand and Resort De Alturas. All these hotels provide comfortable accommodations along with scenic views.Goa is a food lovers’ paradise and is particularly famed for its fresh and delicious seafood. Some of Goa’s most popular restaurants include Mum’s Kitchen, Fiesta, Britto’s and Alfama to name a few. Some of the dishes you must try in Goa include Pork Vindaloo, Crab Xacuti, Kingfish Curry, Goan Prawn Curry and Bebinca.

Markets: Goa has many interesting options for shopping and some of Goa’s popular shopping haunts include Mapusa Market (for spices, fruits and homemade pickles), Anjuna Flea Market (for clothes, footwear, beachwear and local handicrafts), Arpora Saturday Night Bazaar (for spices, carpets and embroidered textiles) and Calangute Market Square (for sarongs, trinkets, metal, leather and clay items).

City Transportation: Taxis are a great way of getting around the city. You can either hire a cab in advance, or book one directly from the airport, or railway station. Another popular way of getting around Goa is by hiring bikes, scooters, or cars. Vehicles for hire are easily available all through Goa and all you need is an ID proof to hire one.

Must-See Places: Some of the places you must visit on your Goa trip are Baga Beach, Anjuna Beach, Basilica of Bom Jesus, Fort Aguada and Chapora Fort.

Climate of Goa: Mid-November to Mid-February are the winter months in Goa and is the most pleasant time to visit. March to May are the hotter months and not many tourists visit during this time. June to October are predominately the monsoon months.

Bhopal is the capital city of Indian state Madhya Pradesh. Bhopal city is not too well endowed with monuments, but still has its own unique character. A happy and amazing blend of Hindu and Islamic cultures, Bhopal beautifully balances both North Indian and South Indian influences.

Just like any other Indian city, tourists here can easily get around by bus, taxi or auto rickshaw. Some of the popular tourist attractions in the city include religious places like Jama Masjid, Taj-ul-Masjid and Moti Masjid. Other places of interest include Sadar Manzil, Bharat Bhawan, Lower Lake, Birla Museum, Upper Lake, Shaukat Mahal, Van Vihar National Park, Gohar Mahal and Archaeological Museum.

The city Bhopal is also renowned for its silver jewellery, beadwork, embroidered purses and cushions. One best thing to explore during Bhopal travel is its cuisine. ItÔÇÖs simply rich, vibrant and diverse. Right from chaats, kababs and biryani to sweets like jalebi, the Bhopal food is delectable.

Bhopal is well-connected by airways. The Raja Bhoj Airport connects Bhopal to other important cities of the country and now to international destinations too. Flights to Bhopal can be easily availed from most of the major cities of the India. Book your Bhopal flights with makemytrip.com to avail exclusive discounts on airfares.