Hotels in Panjim
(39 hotels)Panjim is the capital of Indian state situated in Konkan region & at the bay of Arabian Ocean, Goa. Panjim is also popularly known as Panaji. Panaji literally means “land that never floods”. The capital being the largest city offers enormous places for tourists to explore. The city is imbued with Portuguese architecture. One can easily find Portuguese Baroque styled buildings everywhere in the city. The city is situated just at the south of Mandovi River. It houses many churches, temples and eyeful tourist attractions.
Miramar beach:
Miramar beach replicates Goan life. It is popularly known as Panaji beach. It is perfectly located 1km ahead the confluence of the Mandovi River that gives picturesque view of the Arabian Ocean. Historically, the beach named as “Porta De Gosper Dias”. It is an ideal beach destination for everyone. It is highly crowded with visitors from all over the world. The ever cramped beach has ample of space for every visitor to breath peace & privacy among strangers. It is at perfect location as it gives beyond compare view of the Arabian Ocean. The word ‘miramar’ in Portuguese means “viewing the sea”. It possesses two kilometer long white sandy coast. Very close to the city, one can enjoy sunset & sunrise here. Various birds can be seen chirping here at the winter span. The beach doesn`t upset shopping geeks too; it has various handicrafts & jewelry shops. Don`t forget to taste delicious chaats or seafood offered by the local hotels. Intrepid geeks can enjoy some thrilling water sports too.
What to See?
Parça da Igreja is the point of convergence. It has the Baroque Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church built by Portuguese in 1541. Travelers should also visit Adilshahi Palace, Menezes Braganza Institute, Jama Maszid, Mahalaxmi Temple, St. Sebastian, Foutianhas area, Hanuman Mandir, etc. The month of February is busiest month as it has Carnival celebrations for three days. The inhabitants get busy in the preparations for the Carnival parades. It is the most awaited festival celebration in the city. It is reveled with endless zeal. 18th June Road is famous for being the busiest shopping arcade. Tourists will find array of shops offering cashew nuts, cashew liquor, spicy sausages, books and many more. Nature lovers would love visiting Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary. Kala Academy mirrors the culture of the Goan. It hosts dramas, musicals and plays. Tourists who are bookworms and who love being around books can pay visit to Central library. Sail in cruises to enjoy nightlife of the city. The cruises host reveling party with euphonious music, new sailors dancing all around and it also offers mouth craving dinner. Other places include Casino Caravela, Dive Goa, Cabo Raj Bhavan, Vasco Da Gama, etc.
What & Where to Eat?
There are various restaurants in the Panjim city. The city houses from opulent to stall kind of restaurants. All restaurants offer something unique and scrumptious to their guest. ‘Café Mangii’ is the best restaurant known for pure Italian cuisine. It is located at M. G. Road. For Chinese cuisine one can visit to ‘Goenchin’ or ‘Mainland China’. Both serve scrumptious Chinese dishes. For Indian food visit ‘The Upper House’, ‘Ritz Classic’, ‘Mirch Masala’ or ‘Delhi Darbar’. There are also restaurants offering multi cuisines such as ‘Peep Kitchen’, ‘Pan Asian Bowl’, ‘Tamari’, and many more. All restaurants are well equipped with necessary coeval amenities and have the best ambience to offer. As music is life of the state, Goa, every restaurant plays various sound tracks.
Why Panjim?
Panjim is no doubt one of the best capitals that offer endless options of sightseeing, food & entertainment. It can be termed as the "Entertainment Capital".
