Goa Facts
Goa is one of the world’s famous tourist destination in India. Goa is located on the western coast of India. Scintillating beaches, exuberant mansions, salutary climate, rich architecture defines Goa. Visit Goa and enjoy a lifetime experience during holidays. Some quick facts and figures on Goa are following:
Location : South India
Area : 3,702 sq. km.
Population : 13, 47,668 (2001 census)
Capital : Panaji
Districts : 2 (North Goa and South Goa)
Climate : Tropical
Languages : Konkani, English, Marathi, Hindi
Religions : Hinduism, Christianity, Islam
Literacy rate : 82%
Best Time to Visit : October to February
International Airport : Dabolim Airport
Major Beaches : Calangute, Dona Paula, Anjuna, Palolem
Major Festivals : Ganesh Chaturthi, Shigmo, Feast of St. Xavier, Feast of Three Kings
Tourist Attractions : Beaches, Forts, Wildlife, Temples, Churches, Festivals, Handicrafts, etc.
Maximum Temperature : 34°C
Minimum Temperature : 20°C
Annual Rainfal l: 2,800 - 3,500 mm
Telephone Code : The national code is 0832; when dialing internationally it is done as +91 832
Pin Code : The PIN codes in Goa vary with respect to specific locations and areas. However, all codes begin with the digit ‘4’.
Liberation Day Of Goa : December 17.
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