About Goa

Goa is a state on the southwestern coast of India within the Konkan region, geographically separated from the Deccan highlands by the Western Ghats. It is located between the Indian states of Maharashtra to the north and Karnataka to the east and south, with the Arabian Sea forming its western coast. Goa has the highest GDP per capita among all Indian states, two and a half times as high as the GDP per capita of the country as a whole. Goa the best-placed state because of its infrastructure, and the best quality of life in India. It is the third-highest ranking among Indian states in the human development index.

Panaji is the state's capital, while Vasco da Gama is its largest city. The historic city of Margão in Goa still exhibits the cultural influence of the Portuguese, who first voyaged to the subcontinent in the early 16th century as merchants, and conquered it soon thereafter, whereupon Goa became an overseas territory of the Portuguese Empire, part of what was then known as Portuguese India.

Goa is visited by large numbers of international and domestic tourists each year because of its white-sand beaches, active nightlife, places of worship, and World Heritage-listed architecture. It also has rich flora and fauna because it lies very close to the North Western Ghats rainforests, one of the rare biodiversity hotspots of the world.

Venue

Nestled in the heart of Goa’s charming and quaint capital, Panaji, Vivanta Panaji’s convenient location makes it the ideal place to stay. Whether for business or for pleasure, the hotel offers easy connectivity to various tourist spots including the centre of Goa’s art and culture—The Kala Academy, the oldest fort in Goa, the Reis Magos Fort, or the four-hundred-year old Braganza House featuring priceless antiques and vintage gems.