The hidden village in South Goa you've never heard about

Kimberly Colaco

DISCOVER BELEM

Belem is a small village in the Velsao-Pale-Issorcim area of South Goa. During the monsoons, the village is draped in a cloak of green.

Belem | South Goa | Village life | Velsao Pale | trees | road | Photo: Xavier Colaco

MONSOON SCENES

With the onset of the rainy season, the quiet village of Belem comes alive with agrarian activity.

Villages | Belem | South Goa | Velsao Pale | fields | Photo: Xavier Colaco

RURAL SERENITY

Cycling along these narrow roads offers a perfect escape from city life, letting you immerse in tranquility.

Villages | Belem | South Goa | Velsao Pale | coconut trees | road | Photo: Xavier Colaco

FISHING HOTSPOT

The cross near the sluice gate turns into a popular fishing spot, where it’s common to see Goans casting their lines.

Villages | Belem | river | South Goa | Velsao Pale | sluice gate | Photo: Xavier Colaco

FINDING CALM

Unlike many commercialised villages of Goa, Belem in Velsao, with its tranquil atmosphere, is a must-visit place for those seeking peace.

Villages | Belem | river | South Goa | Velsao Pale | field | Photo: Xavier Colaco

SHADES OF GREEN

With the arrival of the monsoons, the landscape is a refreshing sight to behold, glowing in the natural beauty of verdant fields, coconut groves and orchards.

Villages | Belem | coconut trees | South Goa | Velsao Pale | Photo: Xavier Colaco

ESSENCE OF GOA

At Belem in Velsao, experience Goa’s serene side — get a glimpse of the true Goa, far from the usual tourist crowds. Discover peace, natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage.

Villages | Belem | coconut trees | South Goa | Velsao Pale | Photo: Xavier Colaco

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