Anjuna
is a beach that is around 8 kms. west of Mapusa,
North Goa. The most basic attraction is Anjuna
beach Flea Market, Chapora Fort. The best time
to visit this place is from November To March.
The
exotic beaches of anjuna is the main source of enduring
popularity to a variety of people. Bathing is generally safer
than, at most of the nearby resorts, too, especially at the more
peaceful southern end, where a rocky headland keeps the sea calm.
THE BEST TIME FOR VISIT:
The visiting season is early November till March. During the X-mas
and New Year rush, the area is packed with a large crowd from
all over India, who basically come in for big beach parties.
HOW
TO REACH THERE:
Passengers from Mapusa and Panjim drop at various points along
the Tarmac Road across the top of the village at the Main Starco's
crossroads. The Starco's crossroads has a couple of stores, a
motorcycle taxi stand, and a bus stand.
PLACES
WHERE YOU CAN STAY:
Anjuna beach has a limited accommodation that
consists of small houses. There are some resorts and guest houses
at the main Starco's crossroads. Calangute, Baga or nearby Vagator
or Chapora are the best places for accomodation.
PLACES
WHERE YOU CAN EAT:
Thera are a lot of places at Anjuna beach with good places
to eat and drink. Most are simple semi open aired, palm leafed
huts, which specializes in fish and western food. All serve cold
beer, invariably with great techno - trance music in the background.
On the beach, you will also be approached every five minutes by
women selling fruits.
INFORMATION:
Money Exchange: There is the facility of encashments
against Visa Cards at the Bank Of Baroda on the Mapusa Road but
the bank doesn't do foreign exchange.
Post
Office:
The post office is situated on the Mapusa Road which is 1-km inland.
