Dona Paula Beach Dona Paula Beach is one of the most romantic beaches in the beach capital of India – Goa. This romantic beach is popularly known as the “Lovers Paradise” which is named after Dona Paula de Menezes. Dona Paula was the daughter of a viceroy in colonial India. She wanted to marry a local fisherman, Gaspar but when her father did not give permission to marry the fisherman, she threw herself of the cliff. Swaying palm trees and stunning ambience filled with the fragrance of romance and love make it really a Lovers Paradise. Endowed with romance and myth, Dona Paula Beach is not only for famous for its romantic and exotic ambience but also for water sports. Water sport facilities are the major attraction of the beach. This lovely beach offers opportunity to the tourists to have a sunbath and purchase cheap seaside goods from local vendors. Dona Paula Beach, Goa is also known for its feast and festivals. Particularly, Festivals of Janmashtami (the birthday of Lord Krishna) and the feast of St. Lawrence are celebrated here with great zeal and enthusiasm. In the month of November, colorful water sports festival is organized at the beach of Dona Paula, Goa which is must visit to tourists. This famous Dona Paula beach is situated in North Goa at the distance of around 7 km from the capital of Goa – Panaji (Panjim). In the close vicinity of this beach, Marmagoa Harbor is another attraction.  Dona Paula Beach offers a very good view of the Marmagoa Harbor. At Dona Paula Beach, Goa one can enjoy water scootering. It is one of the best places in Goa for water scootering, water-skiing, wind surfing, parasailing, skibob, snorkeling, sports fishing, harpoon fishing, kayaking and motorboat rides.    Being a popular beach holiday destination, there are plenty of hotels, guest houses and beachside huts for the quality accommodation for the tourists. Some of major attractions of Dona Paula in Goa are the Reis Magos Church, Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, National Oceanography Institute, Nearby Beach Sites (such as; Miramar Beach & Vainguinim Beach) and shopping. At Dona Paula there are many shops located along side the beachside. Shopping at Dona Paula is one of the most exotic activities. There is the Indian Arts Emporium in Dona Paula where one can purchase exotic handicrafts and jewelries. There are also many eating joints and restaurants at Dona Paula which offers mouth-watering Goan Cuisine. How to get there: By Air :   Nearest Airport – Dabolim – 29 km away from Panaji ( the capital of Goa, India) and 36 km from Anjuna. By Rail :   The beach capital of Goa is well connected with Delhi, Bangalore, Mumbai and Trivandrum by Train. To reach at Dona Paula, the nearest railway station is Karmali Railway Station. The Station is 15 km from the beach. By Road :  Regular bus services are available to arrive at Dona Paula from the various places of Goa. Send Online Query