A secluded bay situated on the Arabian Sea the Dona Paula Beach is one of the most sought after beaches in Goa. A meeting point of the Zuari and Mandov rivers the Dona Paula Beach once a silent village today is one of the most commercialized areas of Goa. An ideal holiday spot for tourists and locals alike this beach is also known as the Lovers Paradise. Named after the daughter of one of the viceroys of India Dona Paula de Menzes who jumped off the cliff because she was not permitted to marry a local fisherman this beach is haunted by mysticism and divine beauty.

A tourists paradise the Dona Paula Beach is famous for its sea side shopping sunbathing water sports and food shacks.

Dona Paula Beach – How to reach

Well connected by air and road Goa is easily accessible from all parts of the country. The nearest airport is Dabolim and the nearest railway station is Karmali. Situated at just about 7 kms from Panjim the Dona Paula Beach can be reached easily by bus. Buses to Dona Paula Beach leave at every 15 minutes from the Panjims Kadamba Bus Stand.