Introduction to South Goa

South Goa is one of the districts of Goa that is famous for its natural beaches, temples, water falls, hill spots, paddy fields, coconut gardens and plenty more alluring tourist spots.This place fills up the entire southern part of Goa.

South Goa District covers the entire southern part of Goa state. Arabian sea is to the west of district, North Goa district to the North and Uttar Kannada district of Karnataka in the East and South. South Goa is situated between the latitudinal paralles of 15 degree 29 32" N and 14 degree 53 57" N and longitudimal parallels of 73degree 46 21" E and 74 degree 20 11" E. From noth to south and from east to west the district spans a distance of 86 kms and 40 kms respectively. The total geographical area of the district is 1966 sq kms.

Most of the rivers in Goa are used for waterways. Ferry boats were means of crossing rivers in Goa. Rivers Mandovi and Zuari are being used for carrying ore to Mormugao harbour. Goa is also connected by waterway from Bombay.