Benaulim
is a lovely beach. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Parasuram's arrow
landed at Benaulim when he shot it into the sea and Goa got extended
further into the sea. Benaulim is in the centre of coastal Salcette
taluka and just around 2km south of Colva. To reach it, you can take a
taxi from Dabolim Airport (28km). From Margao Station (8km), you can
choose from taxis and autos.
Among the places to visit is St. John the Baptist Church, built in
1581. The Hindu influence on the church can be easily seen from its
finials and spires. The Holy Trinity Church, built in 1992, is at Manzil
Vaddo, in Benaulim. Visitors here can get a glimpse of the past glory of
the Portuguese royals by visiting Manthan, a heritage gallery, converted
from a house belonging to the Portuguese era.Though there are many
joints for eating out, they are not comparable to the options available
in Colva or Margao.
There
is no dearth of accommodation. Crucially, there are many options to
choose from, ranging from the mid-range to the high-end hotels.Benaulim
beach is quite safe for swimming. There are not too many opportunities
for a wild night out.
