 Mapusa is famous for its Friday market. Other than this, it is only a small town in the northern part of Goa. The town has a reputation for commerce. It is located beside the Mapusa river popularly called Rio de Mapusa. The beauty of Mapusa lies in the fact that there is a ting of rural beauty that is associated with the town. If you stay near Anjuna or Chapora then Mapusa is going to be the main source of supply for you. The popularity of Mapusa lies in its proximity to some of the most popular beaches of Goa.
 Only 13 km away from the city of Panaji, the town of Mapusa is easily accessible by road. The nearest airport is the Dabolim airport near Panaji. Good network of roads have ensured that Mapusa become one of the hottest tourist attraction in Goa. Mapusa has quite a few beaches near it and tourists flock to these beaches to have a whale of a time enjoying the sea. Among the famous beaches that boarder the town are Calangute, Baga, Anjuna and Arambol. Calangute beach is only 8 km south of Mapusa while Baga beach is only 10 km to its west. Anjuna and Arambol are even nearer.
 Accommodation is never a problem at Mapusa. There are different types and categories of hotels. All the hotels are quite fascinating and provide high end service. There are both luxury as well as business hotels. Some of these hotels are near the beaches while some are near the city. Cuisine of Goa is worthy to be tasted. You will be served delicious sea-food and traditional Goan culinary delights you will never forget in a hurry.
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