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The monsoon rains normally start to fall in early June; things start to cool down in June but it is still humid. The rain starts to progressively increase through June but you can still get 8 hours of sunshine

The direct flights from Europe and Russia stop flying to Goa between May and October as it is the low season

Some of the beach shacks and beach huts are closed down or dismantled during this time of the year.
1:59 Baga Calangute, Candolim, Vagator and Anjuna beaches are still extremely busy with local Indian tourist and the party scene, bars and trance parties are all still here but with more local tourist
Palolem beach in South Goa is ideal for lazing around during the day but it still has its own nightlife.

On the 24th of June enjoy the captivating spirit of merriment, colour and tradition and celebrate St John the Baptist feast by jumping into a village well filled up with rainwater, stream or pond to retreive gifts and feni and shouting ‘Viva Sao Joao’. The villagers wear colourful costumes and fruit and flower-laden kopel on their heads
Due to the huge amount of rain the Ghats, Goa is magically transformed to very lush green fields and mountains and is extremely scenic and enchanting.
On the other hand the sea is choppy and the beach is covered with debris from the rough sea and strong muddy waves. The stretch of white sand, clear blue sea and sky is now a stretch of moody grey sky, dramatic dark clouds and thunder.Most days the red flags are out on the beach as it is unsafe to bathe or swim in the sea.
Although it can rain for hours it will clear and you can still get a suntan on the local beach or go for long walks along the beach.

One of the advantages of low season is that hotels, beach huts, car and bike rental are much cheaper and you can get fantastic deals in luxury hotels in South Goa.

Rent a scooter to ride and explore Goa countryside, watch the green and lush paddy fields filled with rain water and watch the planting of rice using water buffalo to plough the fields the traditional way.
Hire a jeep or on foot to visit Goa trails and tracks in the Western Ghats.

Visit Fort Aguada and lighthouse and other forts , Fort Aguada was built in 1612

Feel like a Bollywood superstar at The Taj Aguada hotel which stands within the fort walls. A luxury hotel on the beachfront, it has been host to many Bollywood movie shoots and international dignitaries.

Visit Chorla Ghats to see the magnificient Vazira Shakira waterfall and many small waterfalls,

Stay in the picturesque Wildernest Nature Resort -you can see wildlife, bird watching, photography trail. a sunset and waterfall walk in the lush green forest for offbeat activities

Stay in a Homestay - It is the best way to experience local culture and village activities Most homestays are old Portuguese houses with beautiful surroundings and paddy fields.In comparison to a hotel a homestay will provide you a genuine experience of life in Goa and its lovely people.
You can explore the serene setting of Goa villages and islands - reminiscent of a bygone era.Taste the authentic Goan dishes with the help of locals.

Visit Dudhsagar, located in the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park in the the Western Ghats.

In the monsoons it forms a spectacular fall fed by the heavy rains. 8:35 The decidious forest is very biodiverse and is must- see place for nature lovers
Walk through the narrow streets of Fontainhas and feel the nostalgia, the atmostpheric Portuguese architecture in this part of Panjim.

Savour and get slightly intoxicated drinking toddy , coconut and cashew fenni at a local ghadhi (local bar)

Visit a spice plantation and farm and marvel at the exotic pepper corn, piri piri chillies, cardomom, cinnamon and the lush green vegetation nearby.

2:55 Catch the rural scene of bullocks and cows ambling along the country lanes or the water buffaloes indulging in mud baths or ploughing in the paddy fields.

6:16 5:53 Visit local churches and temples.3:16 Basilica of Bom Jesus holds the mortal remains of Saint Francis Xavier who brought Christianity to India and the Far East.
4:30 Visit Margao;s Indoor market, ride a local bus
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