Colva beach, in south Goa, is a hit with tourists
looking for a getaway from the hustle and bustle of other beaches. It
remains quiet and uncluttered for most parts of the year. However, in
October it gets overcrowded because of a mountain influx of pilgrims
visiting Colva Church to pay obeisance to infant Jesus.
Colva
beach lies to the west of Margao, south of Betalbalim and north of
Benaulim. You can take a taxi from Dabolim Airport (26km), Margao
Station (8km) and Panaji(36km). you can get autos every 15 to 30 minutes
from Margao.
You can visit the church of our Lady of Mercy or the Colva Church.
Dedicated to our Lady Mercy, the Colva Church was built in 1581 and,
later, rebuilt in the 18th century. Menion (infant) Jesus statue,
reportedly found by a Jesuit priest, was placed in the Colva Church.
Apart from a visit to the church, you can go on a trip to spot dolphins.
The quality of accommodation is as varied as the price charged.
However, one can hire houses for long stays and hotels for short
vacations. There are plenty of beach shacks, serving Goan, Indian and
international cuisine.It is a quiet nightlife, with not much to offer to
the wild at heart.
