Caranzalem beach in Caranzalem is a popular beach in Goa, situated at about 4 kilometres from Panjim in between Miramar and Caranzalem. Caranzalem beach is 3.5 kilometres long and has stretches of white sand and clear water, which is favourable for swimming and other water-sports. The clear water of Caranzalem beach has an undercurrent free shore.
Tourism in Caranzalem Beach deals with popular for the air and water-sports. One can enjoy a lot of water sports at the Caranzalem beach as it has a lot of water scooters and other water sport facilities. Goan Dishes are easy available on the sea shore of Caranzalem Beach. The beach of Caranzalem serves Goan cuisine for the tourists of national and international level. Unlike other beaches, Caranzalem beach has grass lawns that come as a relief under the sun to the tourists.
Caranzalem beach is the beach of pristine beauty, where one can visit the surrounding beaches such as the Dona Paula beach, Vainguinim beach and the Miramar beach.
Dona Paula Beach
Dona Paula Beach is 7 km from Panaji. The beach is named after Dona Paula de Menzes, daughter of a Viceroy, during the regime of British East India Company, who threw herself off the cliff, when refused permission to marry a local fisherman, Gaspar Dias. The story says that Dona Paula is entombed in the Cabo Chapel of the Raj Bhawan and is supposed to be seen emerging from the moonlit waves wearing only a pearl necklace. One can also enjoy sightseeing of the nearby attractions such as the Cabo Raj Bhavan, the British Cemetery, the Goa Science Museum and the St Inez cemetery.
Vainguinim Beach
Vainguinim beach is an isolated beach located at about seven kilometres south from the heart of the city of Panjim, Goa. The beach has a vast stretch of shoreline. This place is suitable for those who are looking for a peaceful place for some quiet moments in weekend.
Miramar Beach
Miramar Beach is a gorgeous golden beach fringed with palm trees. The soft sands of the beach makes it the best site for evening walks. The word, "Miramar" in Portuguese means "viewing the sea". From there, this beach is named as Miramar Beach. The tourists can experience the sight of the convergence of the Arabian Sea and Mandovi River from the Miramar Beach at Goa. The thick coppice of shady palms forms a thick canopy over the area, adding to the beauty of this place. The tourists can spend a nice time in the palm shaded area that is quite captivating for the tourists visiting the Miramar Beach.
Visiting Information
Caranzalem beach is well connected with the neighbouring areas of Goa and its adjacent states and can be easily reached by railways, roadways and airways.
