Goa thrives on its tourist industry. Every year several tourists flock to this little city to have their share of fun at the vast beaches and bars that the city offers. Many a famous music festival is conducted on this city’s sands. The water sports offered here are fantastic too! But Goa contrary to what some people believe is not just a partying destination. It has a lot more to offer! Goa has a number of national parks and sanctuaries within its borders and some other very close to it. Excellent scenes of natural beauty are also featured at corners and venues frequented by tourists.

7 Beautiful Parks in Goa :

Here is a list of the best parks in Goa.

1. Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary:

Occupying a vast area of 211 sq. km. this sanctuary features a wide range of flora and fauna. It is a popular haunt among the lovers of wildlife and natural scenic beauty. It has been named after the tributary of the Zuari River, which is one of the most important sources of freshwater here. This sanctuary is located in the Sanguem taluka of Goa.

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2. The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary:

The sanctuary was named after the eminent Indian ornithologist, Salim Ali. It is Goa’s one and only bird sanctuary and can definitely be called a heaven for bird lovers! It offers mangrove covered scenic beauties with various species of birds perched upon the branches of the area’s vegetation. The sanctuary, away from the Goa’s famous beaches presents the city in a different image altogether. It’s located on the Chorao island.

3. Mahadeyi Wildlife Sanctuary:

This sanctuary is located in the Sattari taluka and is connected to another the Netravali Wildlife sanctuary. Like its sister sanctuary, this park too houses a large variety of flora and fauna. It offers spectacular views of trees and ponds and covers an area of almost 420 sq. km. when combined with the Netravali sanctuary.