Friday
Jun112010
« go go goa »

it is the state above kerala known to india for its beautiful beaches and a getaway for foreigners and indians alike... needing some time to unwind, beach time as well as desires to completely go all out and find full moon parties, trance raves, hippies all around in its prime time... this time of year however is low season so the beaches are quiet and mainly filled with locals. there are many towns up and down the coast each with its own vibe and catering to what you are after.
i tried the north and south.
3 days in each.
it being low season, both spots had a more chill, laided back vibe.. perfect for me to get my reading binge addressed. wind up bird chronicle by murokami and 9 stories by jd salinger where on my hit list.
in the north, it was vagator.
town situated up on the hilltop with lookout to cliffs and beach below. came to know local internet cafe owner and his beautiful wife who by the end of the time, came sweet friends of mine and took me to mz south destination. here i spent days at the water and lengthy breakfasts and dinners at goa alcove.
in the south, it was palolem.
town is much more rustic set within a cove, many of the hotels are eco-friendly huts.. my choice was bhatki kutir. and it was lovely. they are eco-friendly, all organic foods and a serene way about it that made me feel like i had all the time in the world... and of course, i fell in love with the resort´s dog - bhakti - gorgeous, fierce, sweet - she was my shadow for those few days, slept outside my hut each night and welcomed me in the mornings, she was my sidekick and i could not be happier.
goa was my chill time (especially before the mumbai madness...)
go go goa... a lovely little piece of earth.
Reader Comments (1)
Beautiful snap..Such Beautiful sunset and the relaxing sound of waves, this is what Goa is..A perfect combination of sand, sea and sun..
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