This hidden garden in Goa opens up to a peaceful seaside escape

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SECRET ABOVE THE SEA

Tucked away in Vasco, the Japanese Garden is one of Goa’s best kept secrets. Shaded paths, trimmed trees, and cool breeze make it a perfect escape.

Hidden places | Goa | Japanese Garden | Arabian sea | Photo: Rouella Barreto

GREEN AND SERENE

Laid out with care, the garden has pruned trees and grassy spaces that invite you to sit, walk or simply breathe.

Goa | Japanese Garden | Hidden spot | Vasco | grass | Photo: Rouella Barreto

VIEW TO UNWIND

From the garden, one can see the Arabian Sea stretching endlessly below. The waves shimmer in the sunlight, and the air feels alive with energy.

Goa | Arabian Sea | Japanese Garden | Vasco | Hidden spot | Photo: Rouella Barreto

STEP ASHORE

A steep staircase leads down to a secluded, hidden beach. This stretch of sand, seashells, and rocks feels untouched and reveals a quieter side of Goa’s coastline.

Goa | Hidden spot | Beach | Vasco | Places to visit | Photo: Rouella Barreto

VIEWS AND VIBES

At the bottom lies a rocky stretch of shore, perfect for a peaceful picnic, collecting sea shells or simply watching the waves roll in. The silence here feels just right.

Goa | Sunset | Hidden spot | beach | Vasco | Photo: Rouella Barreto

NATURE AND YOU

Set away from busy trails, this garden remains largely untouched by crowds. The peaceful air and slow rhythm that surrounds it create space for stillness and silence.

Goa | Coconut trees | Sunset | Hidden spots | Vasco | Photo: Rouella Barreto

DETAILS

WHAT: Japanese Garden

LOCATION: Vasco da Gama

WHEN IT'S OPEN: Everyday

TIMINGS: 9 am - 9 pm

Goa | Vasco | Hidden spot | Japanese Garden | Beach | Photo: Rouella Barreto

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