Hello all, from a very hot and sweaty Panaji, the capital of Goa!!
We spent the last two days in the North of Goa in a place called Mandrem, which boasts the best beach in Goa. When we went to it, it was completely deserted. The sea was soo warm! We only stayed out for an hour, and despite wearing suncream we all got a bit burnt!
We stayed at a quaint little place called Toor Resort - the rooms were lovely, with Air Con, which made a nice change. The staff were really attentive. We walked down the beach yesterday to the next town along, Arambol, and chilled out there for the day. We're still trying to get used to the food - which is very spicy. All of us have Dehli belly already!! :-(
This morning, we caught a taxi to Panaji, the capital of Goa. It's so pretty and quaint. It used to be run by the portuguese so there's a real meditteranean feel here. Lots of trees, and all the buildings are painted in pretty bright colours. We still havent eaten today though as no where appears to be open!! I'm starving!!
Tomorrow, we're going to spend the day in Old Goa, the old capital of the region. Apparently in 1500, it had a bigger population than Lisbon and London??!! There's supposed to be a lots of nice old sights there.
Then the day after that (the 6th) we're flying to the capital of Gujurat, Ahmedadad, before we embark on our grand tour around Rajasthan!
India is such a wonderful, friendly place. It's far exceeded all my expectations. I would recommend everyone to visit at some point in ther lives!
I'll try and write soon,
All my love, Emma xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
2 comments:
Wow,
It really sounds like a wonderful place and I wish I could see all the wonderful sights you are experiencing.
It was absolutely FANTASIC to receive a phone call and hear your voice even though its only been a little over a week it was so special to hear from you. I think its because you are so much further away.
I really love to read your blogs they make me feel almost like i am on the trip with you. Please keep them coming as ofton as is convenient
We are soooo glad you are enjoying yourselves.
Loads of love D XXXXXXXXXX
Hi Em,
Have just read your Blog on Mandrem and Panaji. You will remember all these experiences for a lifetime, so I'm pleased to hear you are making the most of your travels. I try and imagine you doing the things you have described so well. I wish I could be a fly (or rather a mosquito) on the wall watching everything with you! It was lovely to hear your's and Simon's voices. You sounded as if you were in the next room. Sorry to hear about deli belly, but I expect you will get acclimatised to the the food etc. We have just had lunch, went for a walk and are now reading the Sunday papers. Can't wait to get your next Blog, lots of love Mumxxxx
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