Take a rejuvenating drive to Netravali in the lap of nature

Kanaka Desai

TURN AWAY

Take a left turn at Tilamola, in South Goa, and you are almost immediately enveloped in an arch of green, with hills looming across the distance, offering the perfect picturesque route for a long drive away from the city din.

South Goa | Tilamola | villages | Long drive | Scenery | Photo: Kanaka Desai

GETAWAY TO GREEN-LAND

An arch of green welcomes you to explore a Goa that's untouched, unexplored, and comes alive when the monsoons arrive in Goa.

Goa| Forest | Canopy of green | Netravali | Villages | Photo: Kanaka Desai

OVER THE HILLS

Through the green foliage, you might catch a glimpse of hills, looming across the horizon, and overlooking the quaint village of Netravali.

South Goa | Hills | Western Ghats | Villages | Photo: Kanaka Desai

SYMMETRY IN NATURE

The road to Netravali is lined with trees on both sides, branching out to form a symmetrical, scenic route, which is ideal for a long drive, especially during the monsoons when the land looks magical.

Goa | Green canopy | Scenic drive | Netravali | Villages | Photo: Kanaka Desai

LEAF IT ALONE

Mimosa pudica, commonly known as touch-me-not, are often seen along the edge of this road, and watching them close is a favourite pastime of kids walking home from school on this route.

Goa| Flora and Fauna | Netravali | Touch-me-not | Monsoon wildlife | Photo: Kanaka Desai

SILENT SPECTATORS

The Netravali forest is a recognised biodiversity hotspot, boasting of a variety of flora and fauna that thrive within this protected area.

Goa |Protected forests | Netravali | Western Ghats | Villages | Photo: Kanaka Desai

RESPLENDENT RESPITE

Located about 80 km from Panjim, and 44 km from Margao, a drive to the village of Netravali and back will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Goa | Car ride | Long drive | Netravali | Villages | Photo: Kanaka Desai

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