How to visit Goa like an Indian President

Roxanne D'silva

India's President, Droupadi Murmu, was in Goa from August 22, 2023 to August 24, 2023. During her three-day trip, here's where she went (and so can you!) ...

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

TOUCHDOWN

President Murmu arrived at Dabolim Airport on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. (Travellers can also reach Goa via its newest airport, which is located at Mopa).

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| Dabolim airport| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

ASSEMBLY COMPLEX

The President addressed a special session at the Goa Legislative Assembly in Porvorim.

(Visitors may not get access to the Assembly premises, but can certainly drive past it and get a glimpse).

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| Assembly complex| Porvorim| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

GOA UNIVERSITY

The President also attended the 34th convocation of Goa University.

(Visitors to the state are free to check out the Goa University premises, which is located on Taleigao Plateau, and is over 30-years-old).

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OLD GOA

Mrs Murmu paid a visit to the Basilica of Bom Jesus, in Old Goa, where she took a round of the historical structure, observing its architecture and more.

(This centuries-old church is one of Goa's most famous churches, and is particularly crowded during feast days, when it is visited by locals and tourists alike).

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| Basilica Bom Jesus| Old Goa| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

FAMOUS TEMPLES

Shree Shantadurga Temple and Shree Mahalsa Temple in South Goa were also on the itinerary of President Murmu.

(These beautiful temples are open to visitors throughout the year).

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| Temple visit| South Goa| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

TRIBAL COMMUNITY

The president had an interaction with the tribal community of Goa.

(Visitors can also interact with this community. Alternatively, visitors can interact with the local populace, or maybe pick up a traditional, tribal saree from select outlets).

Indian President| Droupadi Murmu| In Goa| 3-day visit| Tribal community | Goa| | Photo: rashtrapatibhvn

FORT AGUADA

Fort Aguada, in Candolim, was also on the President's itinerary.

(While the President did not get around to checking out the place, this stunning fort is a part of Goa's history, and a must-see for anyone visiting the state).

Forts in Goa|North Goa|Aguada Fort

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