The Riviera of India

Known for its immense, densely populated cities, our country also has a seemingly endless coastline. And no part of it is more languid and lovely than Arambol, in the small and special state of Goa on the southwestern coast. Arambol is a popular holiday town with the vibe of a sleepy fishing village — which it once was. Now visitors from around the world, drawn to its tropical climate, rainforest valleys, historic architecture, sandy beaches, blue waters, and swaying coconut palms, bring new energy to Arambol.
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