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May 29 2008

Facts about Goa

Holiday in Goa

  1. Best time to visit October - May
  2. “Goa” originates from the Portuguese language
  3. It’s translation to English is a “tall patch of grass” (very deep and meaningful!)
  4. The main rivers in Goa are the Mandovi, the Zuari, the Terekhol, Chapora River and the Betul.
  5. Goa has a warm mild climate most of the year due to its location
  6. Goa’s gross state domestic product for 2004 is estimated at $3 billion in current prices
  7. Tourism is Goa’s primary income (not surprising the kind of views you get!)
  8. Football is their most popular sport
  9. In 2004, BITS Pilani university started its first Indian satellite
  10. You can find out about a holiday in Goa on the link!

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