Only for a day in Margao ? Visit these nearby places

Rohan Fernandes

MAGIC MARGAO

Only there for a day in Margao, the commercial capital of Goa? Then you are in for some good time.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Market | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

THERE'S MORE TO SEE

If you are in Margao, you are closer to places that are worth visiting. Check out yourselves.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Old Margao | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

1) BENAULIM BEACH

Located at a distance of 10 kms from Margao city, Benaulim beach is worth visiting for its sunset and watersports activities.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Benaulim beach | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

2) VARCA BEACH

Located next to Benaulim, Varca beach is less crowded and a good one to spend some alone time.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Varca beach at sunset. | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

3) GOA CHITRA MUSEUM, Benaulim

An ethnography museum which focuses on the traditional occupations of Goa, it has over 4000 artifacts. It is a must-visit as it lies just 7 kms from Margao.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Goa Chitra Museum | Gomantak Times

4) COLVA BEACH

The most famous beach in Goa after Calangute, Miramar and Anjuna, Colva is just 15-minute drive from Margao.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Colva Beach | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

5) UMIYA MERCADO, Benaulim

Located on the outskirts of the city, this small mall has many outlets and it also hosts many pop-up bazaars mostly selling local brands.

Goa | Margao city | Places to visit near Margao | Umiya Mercado | Photo: Rohan Fernandes

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