A monsoon transformation; Goa like you’ve never seen it

Roxanne D'silva

MONSOON MAGIC

Most people know Goa for its sunny beaches, tranquil waters, and clear skies. But, come the monsoons, and the state transforms into an entirely different world.

Monsoons | Goa | landscape | fields | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

SIGNS OF THE TIMES

The bright, sunny skies give way to enormous, dark clouds, ready to unleash the full force of the monsoons.

Monsoons | Goa | Zuari bridge | dark clouds | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

LUSH PALETTE

This is the time of the year when the landscape transforms into vibrant shades of green stretching as far as the eye can see.

Monsoon | Goa | green landscapes | fields | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

FLORAL BEAUTY

Along with the lush greenery, beautiful, wild flowers pop up along the roadside, adding vibrant colours to the monsoon scenery.

Monsoon | Goa | wild flowers | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

RUSHING RIVERS

Goa’s rivers gain strength and volume, making them breathtaking to behold — but be sure to approach them with caution!

Monsoon | Goa | white water rafting | Valpoi | river | Photo: Franky Gracias

WATERFALL WONDERS

The monsoon is the perfect time to see waterfalls suddenly come alive, tempting you for a refreshing dip.

Monsoon | Goa | Waterfalls | forest | river | Photo: Roxanne D'silva

RAINY ROADBLOCKS

Unfortunately, the monsoon season is also the time when some roads in Goa get flooded, making travel nothing short of a challenge.

Monsoon | Goa | travel | roads | floods | city | Photo: Augusto Rodrigies

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