Description
Panaji, the capital city of Goa is the charming little travel hub for the tourists coming to Goa. Panaji also known as Panjim though, it does not possess several world renowned monuments, its bears an ambience which has a captivating charm.
It is situated on the banks of the river "Mandovi". The town has preserved its Portuguese heritage appreciably well and parts of it still contains narrow winding streets, old houses with over hanging balconies, red-tiled roofs and numerous small bars and cafe's. The charm of Panaji is a that it is very small city.
Today, It is not only the state capital, but also an educational, commercial and cultural center of Goa. The Goa Medical College used to be situated here (since moved to Bambolim ) It boasts of a cultural center-The Kala Academy, and a number of theater complexes.
There are two old sections of the city existing today, one called "Fontainhas" and the other "San Thome". The hillock overlooking the city is called "Altinho".
Some of Goa's most historical Portuguese-era constructions can still be seen today in Panaji. These include churches such as the Church of the Immaculate Conception, mansions, residential streets and many heritage structures.
Evening can be spent with family and friends at the same time you get to have a ferry ride, which can be quite relaxing. Royal Cruise Goa river cruise, takes you on a boat trip around the Panjim city in the evening. That is the time when you find the whole city is illuminated and that definitely gives it a very classy look.