About the Benaulim Beach Goa :
Benaulim is located 7-km west ofMargoa. It is one of the most tranquil Goan destinations. The best thing about Benaulim is that it is still rather undiscovered by domestic tourists even though it is a fishing beach. Being generally jellyfish-free, it is quite safe for swimming. Though it gets crowded in the evenings and on the weekends, most of the times it is one of the most unperturbed beach destinations in Goa.The Church of St John the Baptist atop a hill overlooks the beach. It is a worth visiting place in Benaulim. To commemorate the movement of St John in his mother’s womb when he was in his mother’s womb and visited by Mary, the mother of Jesus, the young men of this village jump in the wells. It is a foodie’s destination for those who are willing to experiment with culinary delights of the seafood.
Location :
At the end of the Colva beach, Benaulim is a quiet and pleasant beach. Benaulim lies 40 km away from Panaji, the capital of the Indian state Goa.
Climate :
Goa has a consistent climate through the year with just meager fluctuations in the temperature. December and January might require light woolens. April and May are warm. The period from June to October brings heavy rain, almost up to 400 cm. The temperature during the summers ranges from 24°C to 32.7°C and during the winters it ranges from 21.3°C to 32.2°C.
The Main Attractions of Benaulim Beach :
Nossa Senhora de Merces (Our Lady of Mercy) Church :
Benaulim BeachThe church is famous for its annual religious eventFama of Menino Jesuse (Child Jesus)since the 17th century. The predominantly Catholic community celebrates it on the third Monday of October every year. It is one of Goa’s most popular feasts and a big fair is held on the occasion.
The Bull Fight :
From early October to late May, from 4 pm onwards, one can see the bull fights at Benaulim. On the beat of taped Konkani music, the bullfights are usually held in an old rice field with no fences or barricades just outside a village.
The Church of St John :
The Church of St John the Baptist is situated on a hill beyond the village and worth a visit. The church is a wonderful example of Goan Christian architecture.
Why Goa Benaulim beach is so special ?
At Goa Benaulim beach, one can just laze the day off soaking in the sun. Benaulim beach at Goa gives you the pleasure and satisfaction of being in Goa. This is the beach to be when you just want to relax, relax and relax. Eating joints nearby offer you snacks and drinks as and when preferred and you don't even have to bother about getting up from your comfort zone for such things because there are assistants roaming about thro
How to reach :
The nearest airport to reach the Benaulim Beach in Goa is at Dabolim, which is located at a distance of 29 km away from Panaji and 70 km from Benaulim. The nearest railway station is at Karmali, 11 km away from Panaji. Panaji is at a distance of 41 km away from Benaulim. There are regular buses from Colva, which is 2 km from Benaulim beach, plying to and from Margao from where one can take a bus to Panaji, which is 33 km more ahead.
