Baga Beach, Goa

Baga has developed more rapidly than anywhere else in the state and now the main road running across the village is lined with gaudily lit bars, tandoori terrace and handicraft shops at the beach.

Baga, 10 K.M west of Mapusa is basically an extension of Calangute Goa, you can't find out where Calangute ends and Baga beach begins.

Lying in the lee of a rocky, wooded headland, the only real difference between the two is that the scenery here is marginally more varied and picturesque.

A small river flows in the sea at the top of the village. Most of the action revolves around the sandy square and the bus park close to the river mouth, below a broad spur of white sand.

One of the few developments of Baga's growing tourist scene has been the emergence of the flea market, held here on Saturday on the headland beyond the box bridge, it kicks around 4 p.m and lasts till the cool hours till 11 pm.

All the usual handicrafts, jewellery and snacks stalls are represented and there's temporary stage for the visiting local musician.

Baga's nightlife is the liveliest in Goa. Here you will find the perfect blend of Western and Goan culture.