Goa is known as "Pearl of the Orient" and often called a "Tourist
Paradise". The glorious scenic beauty and the architectural splendours
of its churches and the Portuguese old houses have made Goa a tourist
hotspot. Goa is much more than sea, beaches and fascinating nightlife.
Its spirit lies in its rich culture, natural scenic beauty and unique
history. As par the Hindu mythology, Parshuram an incarnation of
Vishnu had created Goa. (http://www.mumbaibombay.com/india/mumbai-goa-
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Goa has many rivers like Mandovi, Zuari, Chapora, Sal and Talpona.
Panjim is the capital of Goa. Some famous beaches are Agonda,
Cavelossim, Movor and Vanabor beach. Goa is also famous for churches
like Basilica of Bom Jesus, a World Heritage site and Cathedral and
Church of the Three Magi Kings. Goa is also famous for the Shanta
Durga Temple, the Shri Manghesi Temple, the Mahalaxmi Temple and the
Shri Ganpati Temple. Goa is known for rice, fish-curry and fenny, a
local variety of wine. In Goan cuisine spices and seafood like prawns,
ladyfish, mussels and lobsters are necessary ingredients.
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