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Goa is located on the western coast of India, in the region of Konkan. This city lies on the edge of the beautiful Arabian Sea, and its name is said to be derived from the Konkani word 'goy' meaning 'a patch of tall grass'. Goa's known history dates back to the 3rd Century BC, then a part of the Mauryan Empire. Around 2000 years ago, the city was passed on to the Chalukya Dynasty. The city passed through the hands of the Deccan rulers of India, the Vijayanagara Empire and even the Portuguese. It was the Portuguese that encouraged the spread of Christianity, which would later lead to aggression towards the "Goan Inquisition". In the years after India gained independence from British rule in 1947, Goa finally became an Indian state.

This region is well-known for its picturesque beaches, and its rich flora and fauna-- situated in a classified biodiversity hotspot, the Western Ghats range. In the February 1999 issue of National Geographic Magazine, Goa was compared to the likes of the Amazon and Congo basins, for its rich tropical biodiversity. Goa is documented to have over 1512 species of plants, more than 275 species of birds, over 48 kinds of animals and over 60 reptilian species. Covered in coconut, pineapple, mango and cashew trees, there are many interesting venues in which to explore Goa's natural beauty. Of them are the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Cotiago Wildlife Sanctuary, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary and many more. Goa has a unique mixture of Indian, Mughal and Portuguese architectural styles. Since the Portuguese ruled here for 4 centuries, there are many churches still in the city. Of them is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Bom Jesus Basilica, which holds the remains of St. Francis Xavier-- regarded as the patron saint of Goa. It's not hard to find more traditional temples in Goa, as there are over 100 temples in the city.