THINGS TO SHOP WHEN IN GOA

 Just as Goa is famous for the sun, sand and beaches; it’s equally famous for the little things it has to offer. Goa has its own delicious cuisine which has an assortment of seafood, meat, vegetarian and sweet dishes. The culture of Goa is also fascinating as it has a mix of Portuguese influence in it. So when you come to Goa, you not only get to experience such treats, you can also take some of them with you back to your hometown. Some things that you should not forget to buy are cashew nuts, spices, hippie clothing, Boho accessories and Mario Miranda souvenirs. Also when you come to Goa, don’t forget to check out some of the best luxury resorts and five star hotels in Goa.

Cashew nuts: When in Goa you must not forget to buy its cashew nuts. They are available in different flavours; some of them being salty, spicy, coloured or coated with chick flour. One place where you will get the best cashews is in the main Panaji City. But if you want to get them at a wholesale price, then the industries are a best place to buy from. Other places to shop for cashew nuts are Zantyes cashew nuts in Panaji, Saima Agro industry in Usgao, Ajanta industries in Ponda and the Royal Kajuwala in Panaji. 

Spices: Goa is a place where you can get a variety of spices to make your food flavourful. There are also many spice farms where you can visit for a guided tour. Some of the spices that are available are cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, and black pepper. You can buy them at Anjuna flea markets, Mapusa market or spice plantations in Ponda.

Hippie clothing & Boho accessories: Be a trendsetter and try out the funky apparel available in Goa. You can look fashionable in lilac flares, bohemian skirts, tribal wear, and harem pants. You will definitely look good in these clothes which were started by the hippies way back in 90s. You can also buy all kinds of stuff from the flea markets of Goa. There are so many items to choose from, some of which are antique jewellery, trinkets, bags and clothing. These flea markets came into existence due to the hippies who used to sell their belongings like guitars, clothes, and jewels just so as to stay a little longer in Goa. The most famous of these flea markets is the Anjuna flea market which is always open on Wednesdays. But there are also other weekly flea markets which equally draw attention and a lot of crowds.

Souvenirs: One of the best souvenirs that you can take from Goa are the Mario Miranda souvenirs. Mario Miranda was one of the greatest cartoonists in history and he was from Goa. His paintings and caricatures are excellent and they capture the true spirit of Goa. You can get souvenirs with Mario’s prints on them from any of the four Mario Miranda galleries, each in Panjim, Porvorim, Calangute and Margao. To make your trip in Goa memorable and don’t forget to buy these little things that Goa has to offer. Also while exploring the city, do make sure that your stay is a comfortable one. Do check into luxury resorts which provides some of the best Goa resort offers.

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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