Benaulim Beach - Goa - बेनौलिम बाच गोवा

Co-ordinates 15.256758, 73.919621 State Goa Nearby Stations Karmali, Panaji Nearby Places Panaji, Madgoan Wikipedia Link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benaulim Benaulim Beach - Goa Reviews Mouthshut.com

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The Portuguese corrupted the original name 'Banali', in Sanskrit, and named the beach as 'Benualim'. Benaulim Beach abounds in natural beauty as well as serenity. It is the perfect place to forget all the worldly tensions and indulge yourself. Though a fishing destination, it is still left largely unexplored by the domestic tourists of India.

The brilliant scenic beauty and the architectural brilliances of its temples, churches and old houses have made Goa a strong favorite with travelers around the world. The state of Goa is much more than just beautiful beaches and the sea. It has a spirit which goes profoundly into unique history, rich culture and some of the most beautiful scenery of the nature that India has to offer. A lot of the real Goa is in its interiors, both inside its edifices and in the vicinity away from the coastal area.

Just like the other beaches of Goa, Benaulim Beach also has a string of snack joints, serving delicious food. The village of Benualim is as popular as the beach is. Its rosewood furniture and exquisite carvings are renowned throughout the country. There are a number of tourist spots near the beach. One of them is the 'Church of St John the Baptist', which lies on a hill just beyond the village. The major attractions of the church include its exquisite architecture, based on the type Goan Christian style, and the Feast of St John the Baptist (Sao Joao).
The evergreen destination of Goa is a vacationist's paradise. Goa has everything right from amazingly beautiful blue beaches, luxurious silvery sands, wonderful flora and fauna, rich cultural heritage, fascinating churches, and marvelous temples.

The beach gets a lot of local rush and Goans can be found strolling around its shores in large numbers, in the evening as well as on weekends. Fringed by palm trees, this beach is well known for the 'Dolphin Cruises' it offers to the visitors. The price of these cruises is pretty reasonable and there are also bright chances of spotting the beautiful creatures in the water.

November to March

Location

As you move 2 km further from the Colva Beach, you will come across the magnificent Benaulim Beach. As per Hindu mythology, it was here that the arrow of Lord Parasurama landed on earth, when he was creating Goa. The Portuguese corrupted the original name 'Banali', in Sanskrit, and named the beach as 'Benualim'. Benaulim Beach abounds in natural beauty as well as serenity. It is the perfect place to forget all the worldly tensions and indulge yourself. Though a fishing destination, it is still left largely unexplored by the domestic tourists of India.

How to reach

By Air

The nearest airport to reach the Benaulim Beach in Goa is at Dabolim, which is located at a distance of 29 km away from Panaji and 70 km from Benaulim.

By Rail

The nearest railway station is at Karmali, 11 km away from Panaji. Panaji is at a distance of 41 km away from Benaulim.

By Road

There are regular buses from Colva, which is 2 km from Benaulim beach, plying to and from Margao from where one can take a bus to Panaji, which is 33 km more ahead. The best way to reach Benualim Beach is to go by bus, which drops you approximately one km away, and then walk down.

Nearby Attraction

Colva & Varca Beaches
Benaulim Beach, Goa, is situated in south Goa on the shores of the Arabian Sea. It lies 41 km away from Panaji, capital of the Indian state of Goa. Benaulim beach is located at a distance of only 2 km from Colva beach. After visiting Colva Beach in Goa, the next stop is destined to be Benaulim Beach. Goa Benaulim Beach is a very quiet beach, so if one wants to enjoy reading an interesting book in absolute peace and serenity, then Goa Benaulim Beach is the place to be.
As you move 2 km further from the Colva Beach, you will come across the magnificent Benaulim Beach. As per Hindu mythology, it was here that the arrow of Lord Parasurama landed on earth, when he was creating Goa.