Panaji — Travel Guide
Panaji is the beautiful capital city of Goa, situated on the bank of Mandovi River. It is also the district of North Goa with an area of 36 sq km. "Panaji" literally means "land that never floods". The name has been derived from an old word, "Panjakhali". Panaji has its early reference in various inscriptions belonging to 12th century. Goa, along with Panaji, was ruled by many kingdoms of Kadambas, the Chalukyas and the Satavahanas. It was colonized by Portuguese in 16th century. Panaji was incorporated into Indian constituency in 1961, shortly after the Portuguese colonial rule ended in Goa. Before the statehood of Goa, Panaji was the capital of Union territory of Goa, Daman and Diu. Read more at http://www.iloveindia.com/travel/panaji/index.html#wIPmyhYDWdx61x3E.99
The best time to visit October to March.
By Air
Goa’s airport is Dabolim which is 29 kilometers south of Panaji.
By Train
Nearest train station is located at Margao which is approximately 39 kilometers away.
Panaji has some great shopping markets and stalls stocked up with lovely souvenirs. The government emporiums housed within the city also do brisk business and draws many visitors. Terracotta shell work, curios, old coins, beach-wears and carved furniture are some of the popular selling items in Panaji. Scroll down the article further for detailed information on the top shopping places in Panaji.
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