Goa - spells beauty and fun rolled into one. It has always been a huge draw, especially for visitors from countries where the sun hardly shows up. And it is rumoured that in the recent past, Goa's population is being over-shadowed, by the rising inflow of Russians!!
Right from the early 70's when the Hippy Culture was at its peak, Goa has been THE destination for many across the globe; to the present when the November-December period transforms the place to a magical land of festivities and endless frolic. The climate around this time is extremely pleasant and just right as against the humid hot summers during March-June period, or the dripping wet monsoon during the June-September period. But there are visitors who swear by this beautiful rainy season which transforms the hot sweltering Goa to a misty, dewey, sometimes drenched paradise of greenery, where the Rain God stays and rules relentlessly. The landscape is a vision which could only be best described as heavenly!
The most amazing part about this place being, it has this sensuous laid-back feel to it, that you are almost lulled into a trance, where the world around you seems to come to a gradual halt. All you want to do is stretch, unwind and let your senses do the rest; take in the gentle sunrays and the insistent sound of the waves, as they gently seem to wash all your troubles and stress to a faraway land. There are many instances when you are left with a feeling of sublime serenity and tranquility.
The place Goa is not for those, who are into speed, action, and thrills alone; yes you do have your share of adventure and loads of fun, and wonderful memories, but they are always laced with this beautiful and languid pace, where you are gifted with time, as the clocks do stop ticking,and you get to stand and stare, without a care; drink in the visions of nature spread before you; awaken your taste buds to sensuous culinary creations, mastered over ages; marvel at the abodes of worship which have stood tall, along this sea coast for centuries.
Goa, is a favourite for many, but I would think, one has to personally experience the place, breathe in the air, feel the salty waters lap at your feet, and discover the wonders of the place one by one, slowly without trying too hard; and then it sweeps over you the spirit of the place; its more of a pleasure while treading slowly into her, and allowing the beautiful place to speak for itself, rather than watching from the edge, and getting back in a rush. So if there is to be a trip to Goa, set aside a few days, more than just a weekend, IF you want to sense the true essence of the place. And ofcourse you will be lured back, it is tantalisingly addictive!!
