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Sightseeing:

 

A must visit while here is the Chapora Fort, a 500-year-old Portuguese fort that can be reached from the hill at Vagator.

 

Head to the famous Baga, where you could catch the Saturday night flea market, or explore the Baga River. You could indulge in some water sports while there.

 

Visit Anjuna and explore the beaches and food shacks there, also shop at the Wednesday flea market.

 

Explore the town of Mapusa and look up the Mascarenhas Mansion nearby known for its beautiful windows made of stain glass and fantastic antique collection.

 

Other Activities:

 

Like any other Goa beach, Chapora offers the perfect getaway for someone looking for peace and solitude or pure fun. Feast on the local cuisine or just swim and sunbathe. You could visit the local markets of Chapora, and get yourself some great buys ranging from artifacts, jewellery, food items and mementos. In the evening you could check out the nightlife that Vagator and Chapora are known for.


Tourism Info: 

Goa Tourism Development Corporation Ltd

Trionora Apartments


Dr Alvares Costa Road
Panaji
Goa- 403001
Tel: 91-832-2420779, 2427972, 2436666

Chapora, along with adjoining Vagator beach, is one of the popular beaches of Goa known for its pristine white sands dotted with palms and rock formations of black lava. The local industry of boat building and fishing complements the tourism industry, creating a blend of the conventional and modern. Chapora is an easy point to get to other places in Goa, and is 10kms from the town of Mapusa.

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Quick Facts Getting There
State Goa
District North Goa
Coordinates 15° 35' 60 N: 73° 43' 60 E
Official language(s) English, Konkani and Hindi
Chapora Climate / Weather Summers 25°- 35°C. Winters 17°-32°C
  
Nearest Airport Dabolim Airport
Nearest Train Stations Karmali Railway Station
Main Road Highways NH 4A, NH 17, NH 17A
Best time to visit
November to April
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