Introduction
Whenever one searches online for the best places to get the most scenic and picturesque views then Goa is the place that comes in everyone’s mind. There’s rarely any list of itinerary which doesn’t mention the mesmerising Dudhsagar Waterfalls. Most of them just talk about the beauty of the waterfall.
While the waterfall has a lot more than its beauty, and that is its eye-catching and wonderful scenery which will surely make you fall in love with it. There’s much more that we need to know about it later but for now, let’s know Dudhsagar Waterfalls a little better.
About Dudhsagar Waterfalls
DudhSagar waterfall is one of the tallest waterfalls all over India. It boasts a clear fall height of more than 1017 ft. It is near the Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary (covered under Western Ghats). Which is a grace over River Mandovi in Goa.
Best Time to Visit:
Anytime other than monsoons however, the month of October to March is considered the best to visit Dudhsagar Waterfalls, considering the climate and weather conditions.
Below is a list of few things you must do around the falls to enjoy a wholesome experience and to bliss your eyes with the most scenic and picturesque views!
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Adventurous Horseshoe Tracks Towards Trekking Trials
Based on your convenience and trekking difficulty, you can opt for different base points. A common starting point in case you’re traveling from Karnataka, would be railway tracks at Castle rock. This is roughly upto 14-kilometer trek to the waterfalls.
Passing through several beautiful tunnels, and to Braganza Ghat, you will be surely left hypnotized by the mesmerizing view of the milky falls.
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Walk Amidst the Amazing and Aromatic Spice Gardens
The moment you step in at the Sahyadri farm, you will be amazed with the strong scent of natural spices. It reminds you of your home sweet home and all the homesickness from traveling was knocked out within seconds of being here. Herbal tea and some delicious snacks were brought on a platter to welcome you to the spice farm.
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Jeep Safari Guiding Through the Beauty of Rich Green Forest Lines
Bhagwan Mahavir National Park, earlier known as the Mollem game sanctuary, is a wildlife region rich in greenery and vegetation. It is surrounded by the Eastern Ghats.
Jungle Safari is one of the main attractions at this park, and personal vehicles are also available around the park. This makes it very easy and convenient for the tourists to sit in the comfort of their vehicles while witnessing the amusing eco life.
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Hike the way up to the one and only Devil’s Canyon
Devcharacho Kond, famously known as the Devil’s Canyon is an intriguing work of nature. Flowing right between the beautiful patches of jungle, one of the most common activities observed here is hiking! Hiking here is a fun and breathtaking experience and you can also spot the rare black panther.
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Exploring the Historical and Ancient Legacy
Tambadi Surla is one of the old-fashioned, three stepped, intricately designed places dedicated to the great Lord Shiva, in between the dense forest. The temple is simply made of materials such as grey-black talc chlorite soapstone which gives the whole structure a very fascinating pearl-like lustre.
On entering, just like every Shiva’s temple, there’s an idol of the bull Nandi. Interior decorations of the small structure were even more eye-catching and exciting. With lotus-shaped engravings, intricate stone works and so much more!
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Ferrying to the aerial and scenic view of pristine churches
Piedade of Divar Island has beautiful churches in Goa. It can be reached by ferry service. The night lights which beautifully reflect on the water is one of the most mesmerizing experiences. Taking a ferry back to Old Goa at around 8 pm will surely give you all the magical Disney feels!
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Stroll through the Ancient Portuguese era of Goa
Are you too bored of the usual museum visits and wanna see some ancient and historical Portuguese era of Goa? How about a walk around several beautiful scenic mansions? A nice authentic and delicious meal? And some fascinating stories about the unseen side of Goa?
Goa’s old and historic culture has a lot to do with the Portuguese influence. A walk back to those times is what the Portuguese Era Heritage Mansions provide you.
The legacy and the history of the colonisers still lives through these houses. Even today you can witness most of the architectural style on the streets. All of this added with our very skilled and talented native craftsmanship which is completely beyond words for me to put through.
