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In the local dialect, Goa is often referred to as "Goa Dourada," (meaning "Golden Goa") because of its beaches, forts, churches, waterfalls, seminaries, and caves. Dona Paula beach is a heaven for water sports lovers. The hippies discovered Calangute, now a popular beach destination. Anjuna is a beautiful beach known mroe as the freak capital of the world. Colva is the pride of Salcete and one of the best beaches in Goa. Miramar and Vagator beaches are comparable to the best beaches around the world. Churches and forts in Old City take the visitor to an era far back in time. Goa is rich not only in culture or entertainment, but it also has a rich floral and faunal heritage making it a complete destination. Panaji is the capital of Goa and most happening city. Mapusa Bazaar is considered as the oldest weekly fair on the Konkan Coast. Shri Mangesh Temple in Madgoa is the most sacred place for the Goanese Hindus. Shri Shanta Durga Temple is dedicated to Goddess of peace, Shanteri. Shri Ramanath Temple is a part of Shri Ramanath Panchayatan, a temple complex at Ponda.
Medieval and colonial architecture, wildlife, lakes, and rivers; the state of Goa is full of all these and more. The wildlife sanctuaries of the state may not have as much abundance of denizens but the relative serenity and better tourist facilities made up for that. Molem Wildlife Sanctuary is the biggest of three wildlife sanctuaries in Goa. Dandeli is located on the Goa-Karnataka border and known for its beautiful landscape, apart from the rich flora and fauna. Bondla with its mini zoo, gardens, and deer park is the favorite site of children. Temple of Tambdi Surla is one of the few religious structures in the state that survived Portuguese onslaught while Mayem Lake is the favorite escape of the locals.
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