Goa Liberation Day2021: Some lesser known facts about Goa

Goa LiberationDay is celebrated every year on 19 December. On this day Goa was liberated from450 years of Portuguese rule. This day is celebrated to mark the success story ‘VijayOperation’ that liberated Goa from Portuguese rule.  

On the Memorableday of Goa’s Liberation let us know some lesser known facts about Goa:

·       Goais the smallest state of India situated on the south western coastline of the ArabianSea.

·       Goahas the highest GDP per capita among all the states of India.

·       Goais named as ‘The best placed state’ by the Eleventh Finance Commission ofIndia.

·       Goais also known for its coconut cultivation.

·       Goawas ruled by Portuguese for over 450 years.

·       Goacelebrates two Independence days one on 15^th August and other on 19^thDecember.

·       Goais known for its sandy beaches, but it is also famous for its forests too. Thirdpart of the state is covered with Forests holding huge range diversity initself.

·       TheDudhsagar waterfalls are also a part of the state’s beauty. Many tourists visitthe waterfall to enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature.

·       Goahas a total number of 7000 licensed bars to serve alcohol. There is a hugenumber of unlicensed bars too.

·        Goa exports a large number of ores to manycountries around the world.

·       Goa’sNaval Aviation Museum is the only Navy museum in the Asia. India’s first navalaircraft is also displayed in the stadium.

·        Goa is also known for its two wheeler taxiservice which you can only enjoy in Goa. The taxi drivers are called as Pilotsand you have to pay them for your ride.

·       Goais famous for its Churches. World famous Basicila of Bom Jesus Church is famousamong the visitor. Its uniqueness attracts the travelers.

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·       Goais also famous for its traditional Sea food Cuisine. The resident of Goa madethe food with their traditional methods in Clay pots over wooden fire.

·       Goais known as The Beach Capital of India. It has beaches along side its edges. Eachbeech has its own uniqueness to visit it.

Goa is a small state that attracts a huge number of tourists. It is oneof the biggest tourist spot of the country. Travelers from inside and outsidethe country came here to visit the places. From its beautiful mountain rangesto its unique beaches, the place is full of excitement and joy.