Located on the shores of Arabian sea, Calangute beach is also referred as “Queen of beaches”. Calangute seems to be a distortion of the local vernacular word – Koli-gutti, which means land of fisherman. It is globally popular for its spectacular beauty and charm. Enjoy the sandy pleasure on the carpet of brown sands.

The beach was discovered by the hippies. It became a tourist’s cliche in the ’60s and ’70s. Hippies brought thousands of European travelers to admire the immense scenic charm of tranquil surroundings. They enjoyed the blissful serenity and picturesque locales.

The palm fringed sandy beach attracts the travel buffs from every pocket of the world. It is frequently visited by thousands of globetrotters to spend their vacations. If you are looking for relaxed solitude, Calangute beach is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. The splendid view of locales filled with serene ambiance makes the place a dream destination for beach lovers.

Tourists can spend their moments of leisure under the bright sun. Laze on the golden sands of this lovely beach. Relax your body under the shade of colorful umbrellas while sipping exotic flavors of drinks. Delight yourself with sunbathing which rejuvenates your body. Bathing in turquoise water offers an exhilarating experience and enchants them utmost.

Apart from fun and joy in sun and sand, also enjoy some activities in water. Calangute beach is also known as a fishing beach because it provides ample opportunity for angling. Spend some time fishing with the help of a fishing rod along with your family and friends.

Once finished with fun loving activities, it’s time to feed your tummy. The beach provides great opportunities for feasting on a variety of mouth-watering Goan sea food items. Stalls and shakes under the palm grooves are perfect destinations for foodies, where you can taste fried prawns, fish and other sea food items along with a sip of chilled beer.