Batim Lake: a haven for bird watching enthusiasts
A small village, located approximately 10 kilometres from the capital city Panjim, Batim first became known for the apparition of Our Lady in 1994. Surrounded by picturesque paddy fields and swaying palm trees, the village is very quiet and very peaceful. However, that’s not all that its famous for. The village is home to a […]
Discover the natural beauty of Goa at the 2nd Bird Festival
Goa is gearing up to host its Second Bird Festival in January 2018 at the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, South Goa, from the 12th to the 14th January. The Festival will witness a culmination of Forest Officers, scientists, conservationists, artists, birders, bird photographers and nature enthusiasts from around the world. With its varied and unique habitats, […]
‘Goenchi Sukni’ : Goa’s first Konkani book on Birds of Goa
‘Goenchi Sukni’ Goa’s first Konkani book on Birds of Goa was launched at Goa’s first Bird Festival which kick-started on the 11th November, at Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary. The author, Harsha Shetye, a recipient of the Roque Barreto ‘Sahitya Puraskar’ (a literary award) in 2013, has to her credit many travelogues, poems and short stories. Harsha’s […]
State gets a new visitor, a rare duck species
The news is bound to put a smile on the faces of bird watchers in Goa. The state recently received a rare visitor, Falcated duck. The species is known to arrive from Russia and Northern china to Northern India. Its sightings in the South India are rare. The bird was witnessed by three locals […]
‘GOA TOURS PLANNERS’
Experience a waterway adventure. Goa Tours Planners offer you a boat ride amongst its various other offers. As they canoe you through the Zuari rivers, breathe in the moment that brings to life a paradise that cannot fit into words. While Goa is known for its nature and environment, what one may notice but never […]
