The
second largest city in Goa, Margao is the commercial hub of Goa. Margao is
famous for its ancient cultural heritage and the conventional customs of
people over there. The administrative headquarters of the south Goan
district lie in Margao. Margao was famous for its fish market, which used to be an amusing and entertaining sight. Lots of fisher women used to assemble at a market place in south Goa near the Municipal Office building and sell their catch by publicizing it in the top of their voices. Their clothes were one to watch out for. The colors were very brilliant and used to add to the beauty of the women.
Margao Attractions
Colva Beach
Margao is famous for its Colva beach, which flourishes, in all its natural beauty. People love to be absorbed in its charm and completely feel relaxed and rejuvenated after spending time there. Colva beach is one of those beaches in this small Indian state of Goa that is developing at a very rapid pace with the advent of many hotels and resorts in the nearby areas. There are a number of shacks lined up along the Colva beach that offer you delicious Goan cuisine along with innovative cocktails.
Sat Burzam Ghor
Another famous attraction in Margao is the "Sat Burzam Ghor" which means "House of Seven Roofs". It was a magnificent mansion built at the time of the Portugal rule. Though most of the roofs are destroyed now, it still looks splendid and gives an idea of how massive it must have been.
Monte church
Another must see in Margao is the small chapel called Monte church located on top of Monte hill. The church is locked most of year but one should go there to get a bird's eye view of the entire city, which is grand and splendid.
The Stately Church Of The Holy Spirit
The Stately Church Of The Holy Spirit is located in the heart of a disheveled but picturesque colonial enclave. This Church was built by the Portuguese in 1675 and is one of the finest examples of late-Baroque architecture in Goa, boasting an immaculate white facade and an interior dripping with gilt crystal and stucco.
How to Reach Margao
By Rail
The Margao Railway Station is a major railway terminal in south Goa and is only 2 km from the city center.
By Air
The Dabolim Airport in Panaji is the nearest airport to Margao.
By Road
Margao is well connected to other towns and cities of Goa.
