This World Environment Day, discover the natural side of Goa

Kimberly Colaco

SHORES AND MORE

This World Environment Day, take a moment to discover the real Goa — a coastal paradise with serene backwaters, iconic swaying palms, and natural beauty just waiting to be explored.

Fields| South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

BACKWATER BEAUTY

Goa’s backwaters are vital to its ecosystem, teeming with mangroves and aquatic life. A backwater trip offers a serene escape from the buzz of the coastline.

Backwaters | Betalbatim | South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

TRADITIONAL FISHING

For Goans, fresh fish is essential to meal times. In coastal villages, like Benaulim in South Goa, you can still see local fishermen practicing age-old, traditional fishing methods.

Fishing| Traditional fishing | South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

FABULOUS FLOWERS

Stroll through the heart of Margao, near the Aga Khan garden, and admire the vibrant yellow blooms of Cassia fistula trees in full glory.

Flowers | Cassia fistula | Golden shower| South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: kimberly Colaco

FINE FIELDS

This aerial view, stretching across miles and miles of fields, beautifully captures the unwavering dedication of Curtorim’s hardworking Goan farmers.

Goa| Fields| Things to do| South Goa | Environment Day | Goan | Photo: Roland Gomes

SWAYING PALMS

From the coastal shores to the quiet hinterlands, coconut trees are a defining feature of Goa’s landscape, symbolising its natural beauty and cultural identity.

Roads | Coconut Trees | South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

BEAUTIFUL BEACHES

Each of Goa's famous beaches has its own charm — some scattered with seashells, others lined with swaying coconut palms. Take home your own special memory of this coastal paradise.

Beaches of Goa | South Goa | Environment Day | nature | Photo: Kimberly Colaco

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