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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Facts about Goa

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

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