Beaches
Mythology
says that Goa was the celestial play ground of the voluptuous
gods. While
Geomorphologists say Goan hills on the eastern side succumbed
to the effect of erosion and fractured, while those on the western
side stayed more or less stable. Between myth and science stands
a glorious reality - 40 pollution free beaches. Though most
of them are not safe for swimming and bathing they are very
alluring for any sea loving person. Towards the north of Panaji
are the most famous and popular beaches in Goa. These are Calangute
and beach segment in the Bardeshi subdivision. In the Pernem
subdivision are the delightfully primitive and untouched beaches
of Keri, Anjuna,
Arambol, Mandrem and Morji. Bardesh also treasures
Chapora, Baga, Candolim,Bogmalo
and Sinquerin beaches.  One
of the few rocky beaches in Goa, Quegdevelim is a shell collector's
paradise. Little beaches of Tiswadi subdivision are both tranquil
and well connected. In close proximity to the Mormugao harbor
are the beaches of Caranzalem, Marvel, Dona Paula, Benaulim
and Siridao. Dona Paula gives an excellent view
of the Zuari estuary. A lovely beach close to the capital Panaji
is being developed. This beach has golden sands to attract the
sea loving people.
Sooner or later the coastal stretch between Goa and Mumbai is
going to be the scene of much treasure hunting. At least 200
ships wrecked on the coast in the last two centuries alone.
Though the voyage list of most of the ships are mysteriously
laconic about the cargo on board, it is known that at least
six ships carried treasure consisting of the nobel metals -
the old terminology called silver and gold - and possibly gems
and stones. The 200 ships must be worth a fortune in terms of
sunken cash chests alone.
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