Siolim

Take a wander through the densely forested lanes and discover the beautiful colonial houses nestled in the trees, all whilst browsing the colourful fruit and veg stalls which can be found along the roads of Siolim.

Church in Siolim, Goa. - Flickr creative commons, Andrey Fedoseev Flickr creative commons, Andrey Fedoseev

Slightly inland from Anjuna, Siolim is a stunning riverside village and one of the largest in the state with a population of roughly 12,000. Still hosting a very Goan feel, Siolim is ideal for those looking to escape tourism and experience a traditional holiday. There is some interesting architecture to be seen, including Portuguese heritage homes and a number of churches, built as far back as the 1500’s.