Dona Paula
A headland viewpoint southwest of Panaji, overlooking where the Mandovi and Zuari rivers meet the sea, with a romantic legend attached.
Dona Paula is a rocky headland about 7 km southwest of Panaji, between the mouths of the Mandovi and Zuari rivers. It takes its name from the legend of Paula, daughter of a Portuguese governor, who leapt from the cliff for love. The headland has a viewing platform and sculptures overlooking Mormugao Port, Fort Aguada and the Arabian Sea, and it is crowded at sunset. Around the jetty there are speedboats, banana boats and other water activities, as well as cruise boats, and roadside stalls sell souvenirs. Entry is free. From Panaji, you can take a taxi along the coastal road through Miramar Beach; the journey takes about 15 minutes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Reis Magos Fort
- Fort Aguada
- Fontainhas, Panaji
- Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church
- Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary
- Calangute Beach
- Churches and Convents of Old Goa
- Baga Beach