The dangers in Goa of course there are, but if you know about them, and even try to be careful, then everything will be fine. In any country, as well as in India, there are always some things that tourists are better not to do, or at least, having studied the question in advance, do carefully. You do not offer a tourist from India to commit hiking walk In the evening Lyubertsy. And in India, an unprepared, white man, can wait much more surprises. Especially if you went to relax " wild", That is, on your own.
Thinking about the dangers in Goa, our imagination, first of all draws indian Cobru. But Kobru, I saw only at the cmmpelters.
If you continue the topic of poisonous inhabitants of the Arabian Sea, thenno less than sea snake, dangerous sea skate with poisonous spike on tail. He is not big and the look is quite safe, but, despite this, his poison may well kill a person.
Also, on Goa, not safe, take drinks and food from unfamiliar peopleespecially on large parties. Drugs, on Goa, very cheap and add them, you can, even where. For example, in a non-alcoholic drink, from yogurt, with ice and fruit, called, Lassi. And what will happen to yours, not adequate, the body, the "good" donor Lassi, rob or rape, completely depends on his fantasy and inclinations.
Another serious danger on Goa is the incidents on the roads, with the participation of bikes. Even if you yourself perfectly drive a bike, then around as many tourists who are not just not able to ride, but also not always sober. And with the onset of darkness, the number of drunken and smoked only increases. Add a left-sided movement here, in which, in an extreme situation, the driver, accustomed to the right-sided movement, automatically (leaving the collision) pops up to the oncoming lane. About the helmets, and other objects of protection, in general, few people are thinking. Therefore, on Goa, not only a high percentage of injuries among tourists, but frequently and deaths.
Each modern man dreams of vacation, and seeks free time Conduct abroad - on an exotic island or in a "resort" country. Very often the choice falls on Goa, but such a rest has its own characteristics.
So, Goa is one of the smallest states of India, which has a huge number of resorts and a chic recreational area. Millions of tourists come here not only to enjoy these beauties, but also to get a lot of unforgettable impressions and positive. However, in addition to the advantages, such a journey has its essential drawbacks, which is also important to be aware of the day before the acquisition of a not cheap tour. So what can be dangerous to rest on Goa, and what are afraid of foreign tourists?
First of all, I would like to note that this is a very clogged state, and the garbage on the streets and roads has already become the norm. Accordingly, the ecology will deteriorate from this very much, and the overall impression of the resort leaves much to be desired. Local authorities, of course, are trying to solve this global problemBut on the territory of hotels and hotels is always prevailing cleanliness and full order. but this moment It is important to take into account when choosing a place to relax.
The dangers of rest on Goa are also in local animals, which have already become an integral part of a person's daily life. It is important to understand that such individuals are not domesticated, and even the feeding of "cute monkeys" with hands can end extremely undesirable infection and urgent hospitalization. It is not necessary to approach exotic animals at all, since their behavior is usually the most unpredictable.
Separately, I would like to note the sea snake, the poison of which is much more dangerous and toxic than poison cobra. This creature is found in the azure waters and very often falls on the network of local fishermen. Knowing residents do not kill the snake, but only stun her for a while and thrown ashore. Here you can provide yourself with health problems, as the bite of the sea snake can be even fatal.
That is why it is advisable to swim in shallow depth and better away from fishing networks. Insects are delivered and insects, however, despite their solid sizes and dimensions, the threat of life and health is still minimal. Skat with poisonous on the tail spike, floating in the local waters, can also be a reason for a serious illness.
Another danger to Goa are local merchants who are trying by all truths and inconsistencies to sell their goods in Three Roads to visit citizens. Of course, you can always politely refuse to buy or ignore the call to your address, but in this state such a "number" will certainly not pass.
Locals are not just obsessive as insects, but also very arrogant, and unwillingness to make a purchase becomes a reason for public swear and scandal. In addition, these people know what competition is, so you can also hear the mat to your address, if you do not buy a souvenir and a competitor. Such estates are noticeably reflected in the "thickness" of the wallet, and the nerves after returning to the hotel will be at the limit.
Goa is what country is it? That's right, it is a country of beggars and beggars, which in the streets of the city abound. They, as a rule, ask for ten rupees, but it is important to understand for themselves that this amount can be tightly lunch. In addition, it is not worth believing all the overannants, because for the majority to ask alms - it is only earnings providing stable income And a comfortable existence. So it is not necessary to go on your own mercy and donobolya, because in this situation it is simply inappropriate.
Special danger is people on the bikes, which in most cases travel around the streets of the city in a non-sober form. It does not exist for such rules, and such a blessing on the road can cost someone's life. So it is sometimes better to enjoy local beauties and comfort of a fechometric hotel than to wander unfamiliar streets and dark alleys.
Independent trip is always a certain risk, especially when we are talking about such exotic countries Like Vietnam, Sri Lanka, India and others. As for the GOA specifically, among Russian tourists, this is the most popular Indian resort and in full solitude among the locals you will not feel yourself and if you wish, you can find new acquaintances on the spot. But it is ideal. In order for the rest is not spoiled by different unforeseen situations and local residents, you must be ready for the fact that you just on the street will be approached by local residents, greet, smile, ask something, speak, ask to take a picture. Many tourists annoying this, but it is not necessary to be nervous - these people have such a mentality. Sometimes they can ask for money (especially children), but you should not get involved in donations, since then you just do not hurt them, new and new beggars will appear. In general, the local population can be described as friendly, but if you are sad and show aggression, you will most likely answer the same to you with a double, or even triple equivalent.
Goa is considered one of the most developed Indian states (apparently due to tourism) and many residents freely communicate on english languagewhich is mandatory for studying in local schools. For a lonely tourist, the lack of a language barrier is one of the most important moments on vacation. Every year, more and more local residents begin to understand and speak Russian, many cafes and restaurants offer a menu in Russian. Everywhere there is a different information about the lease and from various services, written in clear Russian. You won't feel in some insulation, you will most likely be pleasantly surprised.
Most often, tourists who ask a similar kind of question are experienced due to increased, and sometimes even annoying attention from local men. Such a problem is present not only in India, but here nothing can happen - women of Slavic appearance are among the most beautiful in the world and this is a fact. So that such problems do not occur, local men do not need to provoke. To do this, you should not walk through the streets in causing clothes and to force everyone to turn around (swimsuit can also be gramable). For any jokes and flirting, you do not need to answer smiles and reciprocity, any playback may subsequently lead to serious trouble. If you are starting to pester, then try not to pay any attention to it or tool to understand as much as possible to understand what kind of communication you are not interested. In no case cannot leave the number of your mobile phone, otherwise the calls and SMS messages will take you around the clock.
The crime rate in this state is much lower than in India as a whole, but this is not a reason to relax. First of all, it is impossible to leave things unattended, since returned you are unlikely to find them in the same place. Thefts from hotels are not often found, but money and valuable things need to be stored in a safe. Attacks on tourists are, but it is extremely rare phenomena and so that nothing like this happens, try not to walk alone in the dark, especially in the unwitted streets (as a last resort, it is better to find a taxi, but not walking).
In addition to the local population and everything that is connected with it, certain dangers are in themselves local nature. If you came to the beach alone, try to avoid distant swims, especially if you do not see the rescuer beach. In the area with thick vegetation, you always need to look under your feet. Meet Goa Snay. The probability is not big, but they are there. Refuse rent a scooter, as it is only at first glance it seems comfortable and safely, and in fact everything is exactly the opposite. In compliance with the rules road There are big problems and even an experienced driver first difficult to navigate and understand how to behave on the road. I think it should not say that you should not buy drugs in people who can offer them on the beach and in other places, as this can turn into huge troubles, up to prison sentence.
If the budget is limited or you are just always accustomed to save, then you need to bargain everywhere and with everyone, in the markets the cost of goods can be reduced to five times. When choosing the hotel, please note that Goa has a lot of two and three-star hotels. If you decide to stay in exactly one of these hotels, then more time to search for such a hotel so that the living conditions are not bad or even terrible.
And you do not need to compare Goa with other resorts, in which you have visited, India is a specific country, with its own characteristics and mentality of the local population.
The Goa emblem among animals is Gaur, among birds - nightingale. Two main animals in Goa are cows and dogs. About 50 species of wild mammals live in Goa, including such large as bears, leopards, panthers, bison, Bengal cats. Most of them live deep in the jungle of Western Gat, and to see them, you need to go to one of the open national parks. Snakes, monkeys, elephants, crabs and other shrimps Rather exotic, they can be seen in the reserves. Foxes, wild beavers and migratory birds - these are the main inhabitants of the jungle Goa. The bird world includes several types of exotic feathers. Numerous types of fish are also inhabited by the Goa coast and in local rivers - crabs, lobsters, shrimps, mussels, jellyfish, oysters. South Goa is significantly different from the northern part of the state. The southern coast is much more diverse and picturesque in itself, and the tropical flora and fauna prevails here.
Cows
Like everywhere in India, the roads of Goa wanders many cows, they interfere with the movement of transport, raise the beaches, stick to tourists and try to steal food. Despite the sacred status and respect that cows enjoy in Hindus, it is often possible to see how local residents apply physical strength to them - in each restaurant or shop there is a special stick to dry out curious animals.
Cows and oxen - an integral part of the Goa landscape: they are allowed to walk where it will do, and eat, anywhere. In the afternoon, many cows roam the beaches and chew everything that lies badly - pineapple, banana peel or newspaper. It is strange to see the avid beachheads and cows, not sitting next to the sun, like old friends. There are and clarifying relationships between bulls. Frightened fighting bulls sweeping on their way of resort sevaak - an unpleasant spectacle. By the way, the cows in India are not mucked.
Dogs
Dogs on Goa - good-natured creatures. No less cows are interested in Indian dogs. They are all exceptional local breed, mostly reddish with elongated faces and expressive eyes. They embody wisdom and slowness, carefully follow the outside world and clearly know some kind of mystery. They are quite independent here in choosing solutions and exist with the owner almost on equal. They themselves choose themselves an interesting person to them. They can astrate to you on the beach and go in a meter for you for some time until you get bored. They do not begging for, and happily run around you, looking at and looking into the eyes, as if something hears at the level of thoughts. They can call their friends, and then a hundred dogs of dogs for you and cuts around a circle. And it does not matter that the dog does not speak humanly in India, it is enough to communicate with thoughts. If you like the dog, she will fit and put your head on your knees, as if a long-time friend. Will stand up so, sigh, look into your eyes and goes on.
Cats
Much less often than dogs in India meet cats. Cats, as well as cows and dogs, have oblong muzzles and the same measured melancholic character. They even meow like small cows - also ruffling. No purring or gentle "meow-meow".
Sambara and barking deer
Monkey
In the mornings across the road, the monkeys move. Langur is the most common view of monkeys in India. Male Langong reaches 75 cm in height, weight - up to 21 kg. Near Dajsagar's waterfall can be found with martyrs. You won't call them very friendly, they are only interested in food, but still nice to feed from the hands and crouch with the males.
Cotigao Reserve
In the Reserve Cotigao live a variety of types of monkeys, Indian buffaloes, panthers, hyenas ...
Gaur or indian bison
Gaur or Indian Bison is the largest uncoat animal of India. The male reaches 95 cm in height and weighs more than 900 kg.
Elephants
Indian elephant is inferior in the sizes of the African Elephant. He, unlike African, is well to train and has long become almost pet. On the plantations of spices you can ride on an elephant (they are only in Goa about nine), so use the case. Elephants on spice plantations.
Cockroaches
Goa cockroaches reach huge sizes.
Everywhere Snakes
Snakes on Goa, as in any country in tropical belt. Many or not - it's already as specifically you will be lucky. You can not meet any one, but you can see a few pieces one day. In India, 238 types of snakes live, 50 of which, including 20 varieties of marine snakes, poisonous. Cobra, the most famous of poisonous snakescan reach 5 meters long. From the unite reptile, the rat snake should be noted, which looks like Cobra, wood snake and python.
Salim-Ali
In Goa, there are many famous national parks, including the world famous bird reserve Salim-Ali, located on Chorao Island. It is worth mentioning such nature reserves as Bondl, we pray, Cotigao, undoody. The smallest of them takes only eight square kilometers, and the largest thing is wrong - more than two hundred thousand! Poultry bird
Reserve Bhagwa Mahavir
It occupies a territory of about 240 square meters. km. Panthers, Bears-Gubachi, Gubaras dwell. And at night, tigers and elephants will be raised from the territory of the neighboring state of Karnataka. To see them is difficult, but Indian bison, spotted deer, macak and a striped mangoste you will see sure! A variety of birds live in the reserve, including Malabarian rhino bird, pure, blue stone stocks, as well as partridges.
Crocodiles
Crocodiles can be seen in large rivers - For those who want to organize special excursions. Who can meet everywhere - so it's monkeys - Macak and Langurov - although here they are not so much and they are not so annoying as in the northern states. In rivers you can easily find large crocodiles (4-5 meters). They say, they feed on fish, but I saw how quietly they are selected, so the hands are not advised there, although it is unlikely that there will be such a desire - the water in the rivers is very muddy.
Marine Living and Skat Captain
The bottom there is sandy, there is no algae. And no lively, everything is clean and smooth. For this reason, there are nothing to do anything - underwater beauties is not observed here. Skates are really found in the sea, but basically they float away from the coast, and they are not so much. By themselves, they are completely not aggressive and rather even cowrs, and if possible, if they see the approach of a person, they try to hide. The wingspan of the wings of a large slope-tail reaches one and a half meters, and on the tail there is a spike to 15 centimeters in length, which it may cause cutting wounds for self-defense. This spike is poisonous, although his poison is not fatal. Skates love to warm in shallow water, tearing in the sand, and it can be inadvertently to come.
400 species of birds
There are also 400 species of exotic birds, both local and migrable. Index 1 is the most common, such as Vorobyev, Main and Raven. So, the same index 1 in two types of kingfisher and black Korean. Most of them inhabit the jungle of eastern areas, but some are found on the coast: Green Parrot, Indian Heron, Asian Coyal, and Kingfisher, Purpurnau Notic - Nectarinia Zeylonica.
Ordinary Cohel Eudynamys Scolopaceus
Ordinary or Asian Cohel - Eudynamys Scolopaceus - Bird with red eyes. In the nesting period, these cucks are very crypt. Males's voice sounds like a loud whistling trill, completed by the characteristic "GA El", from where the bird name went. Females are responsible for short whistles.
In addition to absolutely insane screams, this bird still climbs on the trees, resembles a monkey, or a cat at least). It is like most of the cuckos of the old light of Coals throw eggs in the nest of other birds. In India, the educators of chicks of coilers most often become crows, in Australia - large species Medosos and Orioles. Cubuschonok seeks to take possession of all the food delivered by the parents and either encourages his neighbors to hungry death, or even throws them out of the nest. The basis of the diet of adult coals make up a variety of fruits. These birds are often visited in gardens, where they tap fruit.
River Sal, bird watching
Any "cruise" on the Sal River in South Goa is one way or another turns into monitoring of birds. And then there really is what to see.
Eastern pure
Oriental pike - Merops Orientalis - Fyuk / Green Bee-Eater. Asian birds are distinguished by a brown hat and blue cheeks.
Bird Reserve Salim Ali
It takes part of Chorao Island, on the shores of which you can see storks, hergs and ducks. In mangrove swamps, the island of Chorao lives the crabs, or the jumpers. You can get to the reserve on ferry from Ribander. Indian heron
Rice Konk
Anthus Rufulus.
Green parrots
Early in the morning and before sunset it was possible to hear the singing of parrots - green, with a red beak and tail.
Herles
White heron
Brahminsky Korshun.
Korshunov in Goa, like raven in Russia.
Pink-breakey Bulbul
Pink-feed bullbul - Pycnonotus Cafer, English. Red-Vented Bulbul. 20 cm long, has a long tail. The upper face and chest are painted in brown or black. Back and belly lighter and have a beautiful scratched drawing.
Aistoclouy Guryal
Aistoclusy Guryal - Pelargopsis Capensis or Halcyon Capensis, English. Stork-Billed Kingfisher. It refers to major kingfisher. Unlike most of the species of the family, it nests in the hollows of large trees growing along the banks of the rivers in the mountain part of the island. It is quite consistent with his name, as a huge red beak really looks like ashine. Painted by aisteroblous kingfisher original. The top of the head is light brown, neck and lower body of a ocher-red, spin, wings and tail of smooth light blue. Red - beak, leg and ring of leather around the eyes.
Green Beardastic
Green Beardastic - Megalaima Viridis - English. White-Cheeked Barbet.
Red-eyed winterwind
Red-eyed White Moonfoot Halcyon Smyrnensis, Other Name - Red Outtime. This kingfield is not attached so much to water like other types of wintering. It nests in dry cultural landscapes, in palm groves, parks and sometimes on forest glades, but still most often on the cloth shores near the water. For the nest digs holes up to 50 cm long. In the laying of 4-7 round white eggs.
Gecko on the wall
If Gecko is in the house - then there are no insects. He feeds them.
Crabs on the beach
Turtles
There are places of masonry in South Goa on the beach of Galdzhibag.
Spiders and scorpions
Spiders and scorpions rarely crawl into the house, a much larger problem represent ants that hurt themselves and can spoil food reserves, as well as mosquitoes.
The Arabian Sea is not so rich in corals, like red, but simply "sisit" "non-PUB" fish! The Agatti Island of Lakshadweep Archipelago is especially interesting, where untouched underwater life resembles the Maldives.
Mature fish
In the waters of Goa, Barracuda, Chrysipters, Luciana, Sweets, Sea Perchs and Groups, Angels, Butterfly Fish, Parrot Fish, Guban, Shark, Zebrasoma, Tuna, Plaks, Scorpio Fish, Low Fish, Bulls, Moorish Idolas, Moray and others. Here is a variety of hard corals. From another marine animation you can find sea cucumbers, turtles, lobsters, cuttlefish, shrimp and mollusks. In warm waters, a lot of playful dolphins-Aphutin, however, they are afraid of divers. It is less likely to meet various sharks and skates.
Sea snakes
In Goa, sea snakes are actually found in the sea. But first, they float away from the coast, however, Mr. Snakes, known as Hydrophis Lapemoides, are often found on the beaches, because from November to February they live closer to the coastline than usual, and they puts them on the coastal sand waves. Once on land, marine snakes cannot move because of the weak spine and seem dead. Nevertheless, most often they are alive and can strike, capable of being fatal: their poison is deadly. Adults reach a meter in length, but even young are very dangerous.
I have to warn you about important aspects Travel in Goa! In other sections, I have already mentioned that Goa is not just a resort. Goa is part of India, ancient civilization on the ground! India - the hearts of our planet! India - the Great Country in which everything breathes love!
It may be so that you won't feel anything like it. You see, each of us has their own way on this earth ... and your perception of the world in which we live ...
Perhaps for you Goa will be just a cute resort. And someone goa will even disappoint a low service and the absence of a European gloss. You must represent very well where you go!
In Goa, very simple, although decent at the level of housing! There are no boutiques of famous global firms! In the northern part of Goa, from Siolima and above there is no hotels with private pool! In Goa, very simple taxis and simple taxi drivers! In Goa, do not ride the roads of large soft buses with air conditioning and foreign tourists! Thank God, there is nothing there!
In Goa, the spirit of freedom and absolute permissiveness reigns! In Goa, only you decide which story you come and how successfully leave it! Every your action will be consequeled!
Smoking Ganja or not smoking? Use durable substances or not to use? Stay with your girlfriend or disperse? To come home to sleep or slate all night at the trance party forbidden by the Goan authorities, somewhere in the neighboring mountains? Planned yoga or score on everything and carefully sleep? Only you are responsible for what solutions will happen and what of them will come!
There are examples and tragic consequences of staying tourists in Goa. People unprepared to such a high degree of freedom begin to abuse her. Especially chemical poison! As you understand, jokes with chemistry sometimes end up very badly! ... If you like to drink, smoke or refuel with something thermonuclear, pampered with prostitutes (which, by the way, in Goa is still no) - then you shouldn't play roulette with Fate, overclocking her with wild speed! Post down Goa to bright times!
Goa is a clean place! Let it remain clean! It is not necessary to litter the soul and body here!
Listen to the heart!
Each of your fantasy in Goa can be realized literally! Such a degree of freedom, so ordinary for local latitudes, is intoxicates to the feeling of universal happiness!
But it should be noted that in the real world that surrounds you now in Russia, after visiting India, irreversible changes may occur. Every day in Goa, you can hear stories about how someone came here for the first time just to relax or travel. Next, everything develops approximately the same scenario.
When the end of the trip is suited, the person is looking for and finds the opportunity to extend his stay in Goa ... Having ruts totals to Moscow, they throw work, ask to send money to all relatives and acquaintances, etc.
Few who expect everyone to turn through this way. Completely, returning home from a trip to Goa, people can no longer live as they lived before. Interests, circle of communication, work, life goals and priorities are changing. The meaning of life changes. Rotate consciousness ...
People understand that there may be a completely different life on Earth. Calm! Happy! AND full love! But in reality in the homeland, everything can be difficult. After clean and easy energy, it is very difficult to exist in dirty and heavy ...
Even if a person cannot formulate it so clearly, he feels that some kind force begins to deploy all his life in the other side, and the inert past - resists the process. To this, really, not everyone is ready ...
Therefore, please, if something worries you ... If you feel doubt and tension ... then it is better to put a trip to India or Goa. So while this is not yours!
