Sofia Panaji - Cheap flights

It is worth mentioning that Goa is a different state from other parts of India. Hindu religion is combined with Catholicism in harmony. You can also feel the European influence thanks to the Portuguese who came to this area in the fifteenth century. Today Portuguese culture is visible in many street names or names of the residents.

During your stay in Panaji, you should definitely visit the bird sanctuary. This place has the name of a famous ornithologist – Salim Ali. It is located less than 8 km from the city and it's one of the biggest and the most beautiful places off type in the whole of India. In order to get there, you can go by car to the port of Ribandar, and then choose the ferry to Chorão.

The surrounding of the city, as well as the entire state of Goa, will make you feel impressed by its natural wealth. This place is related to beaches surrounded by rice fields, forests with amazing animals, and the smell of exotic fruits - pineapples, coconuts, mangoes, and bananas. There are also many national parks, and apart from the bird sanctuary, you will be able to see wild nature in places such as Netravali or Madei. If you love nature, you won't be bored for sure.

One of the most interesting places of this type is Tropical Plantation, in which a private guide will tell you everything about the origin of all spices, and at the end of the trip, you will be able to buy them and eat a delicious dinner. You can also look for a great local food in Viva Panjim and Casa Bhonsle.