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Mapusa is a well known tourism hub located in Goa. While in India, make it a point to travel to Mapusa city.
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Mapusa

Location: 13 kilometers north of Panaji, on NH-17, Bardez Taluka, Goa
Best Time to Visit: October to March
Highlights: Calangute beach, Anjuna beach, Aguada fort, Reis Magos fort, Mascarenhas Mansion, etc.
Main Languages: Konkani, Hindi and English
Main Religions: Hinduism, Christianity and Islam
STD Code: 0832

Mapusa is a favorite tourism destination among those who travel to Goa. This is because Mapusa city is closest to all popular beaches in Goa. This place is the headquarters of the Bardez Taluka and is at a distance of around 13 kilometers from Panaji. The best time to travel to Mapusa is from October to April. The weather is just fine to let you enjoy your trip. Since it is a commercial town, the number of deluxe hotels and resorts is limited. The rich historical legacy of the Portugal rule in India is seen in the form of historical monuments and forts.

Mapusa is famous among not just tourists but locals as well. Every week, on Friday, Mapusa comes alive with the weekly market that is set up here. One can find almost everything over here. Right from trinkets to spices to dried fish to clothes; it gives 'shopping under one roof' a new meaning! This weekly market does not have the aspect of a tourism oriented fair but has that typical local Goan flavor, which is what gives it more brownie points.

Mapusa Tourist Attractions

Mascarenhas Mansion
One of the most popular tourist attractions of Mapusa is the Mascarenhas Mansion. This beautiful mansion was built during the Portugal rule and is an excellent example of the wonderful Portuguese architectural style. The balconies are lovely and add richness to the splendor of this magnificent mansion. The mansion is famous for its refined stained glass floral engravings. Another attraction here is the L shaped seat along the front porch, which is made out of expensive wood.

Sri Kalika Temple
One of the most important Hindu temples in Goa, the Sri Kalika Temple is located at a distance of around 14 kilometers from Mapusa. It can be easily reached by hiring any mode of local transport from Mapusa. The Kalika Temple is dedicated to Hindu Goddess Kali. This temple presents a unique blend of aesthetic and modern architectural style.

Anjuna Beach
Located at 8 kilometers west of Mapusa, Anjuna beach is a popular beach and is thronged by tourists. The beach is beautiful to look at with golden sands, turquoise blue water and swaying coconut trees. The beach is quite safe for tourists to have a bath in the sea as the currents are usually not too strong here.

Sri Morjee Temple
The Sri Morjee temple is located at a distance of 15 kilometers from Mapusa. It is a popular tourist attraction of this place. The main deity of this temple is Kanakeshwar Baba or Bodhgeshwar, also known as Bongini. It is said that the deity fulfills the wishes of those who pray with pure devotion.

How to Reach
By Air: Mapusa can be easily reached by air as the nearest airport to Mapusa is the Dabolim airport of Goa. Flights from Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities provide daily services for tourists.

By Rail: The nearest railway station to Mapusa is around 12 kilometers away and is known as Thivim / Tivim railway station. Trains come here regularly from nearby cities and states. One can always hire local transport from here to reach the concerned hotel or resort.

By Road: Mapusa is well connected by roads and bus service from nearby states is available round the clock. To travel in Mapusa, buses, autos, taxis, etc. are available from just about everywhere.



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