Tours to Mapusa - Mapusa is a small town clustered around the Mount Alto. It forms the hub of north Goa with an even blend of residential and commercial establishments. It is 13 kms away from Panaji. Known popularly for its Friday market, people from all over Goa come here to buy and sell their wares. Both Mapusa's location at the hub of commercial activity and its proximity to a place of religious pilgrimage has caused the Mapusa market to grow to its current size and scope
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There are several tourist attractions in Mapusa. The Anjuna Beach is situated 8 Km west of Mapusa. The Anjuna beach is commonly called as the freak capital of the world. The Baga beach is a picturesque beauty, with the rivulet and the retreat house perched on the hill contributing to its unique splendor. The Baga beach is more of a fishing beach. This Albuquerque mansion was built in 1920. Octagonal towers and an striking Mangalore tile-roof margin this splendid mansion. The Mascarenhas mansion is one of the major attractions in Mapusa. It is known for its rich look and beautiful balconies. There is an L shaped seat along the length of the portico, which is made of expensive wood. The Kalika temple is one of the most important Hindu monuments in North Goa. This famous temple is dedicated to Sri Kalika and is situated in the Village Kansarpal near Assonora, which is 14 Km from the Mapusa town. Sri Morjee temple is yet another attraction of Mapusa town. It is situated at Pernem Taluka, about 15-km from Mapusa. The temple is dedicated to Kanakeshwar Baba or Bodgeshwar, locally known as Bongini
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It is not that difficult to reach Mapusa. The Dabolim airport in Panjim is the nearest airport from Mapusa town. The Tivim (Thivim) Railway station, 12 km away, is the nearest Railway station from Mapusa. There are rickshaws and tourist taxis available here to take you to the nearest beach hotel or resort. All the buses traveling to and from Goa to Mumbai, Pune and a number of other destinations pass through Mapusa. Local buses ply to all the nearby beaches and other surrounding areas.
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