Location
The state of Goa is located on the western coast of Indian Peninsula and is separated from Maharashtra in north by Terekhol River. It touches the boundaries of Karnataka in south, providing a natural enclosure by Western Ghats in the east and Arabian Sea in the West. Goa lies between the latitudes 15º48'00" north to 14º53'54" north and longitudes 74º 20'13" east to 73º 40'33" east.

Physical Features
Goa is very much similar geographically to the neighboring states of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Physical geography divides the state into three geographical divisions. These are Mountainous Region formed by Sahyadri Ranges in the east, Plateau Region in the center and low-lying river basins and coastal plains.

Having an average elevation of 800 m, Sahyadris Ranges are spread over an area of about 600 sq km. Some of the major peaks of the ranges include Sonsagar, Vaguerim, Morlemchogor and Catlanchimauli. Almost all the rivers of Goa originate from this region. Central region of Goa has The plateaus ranging between altitudes of 30 m to 100 m are spread in the Central Region of the state. The rivers of Mandovi and Zuari drain the major portions of the plains. The rivers with shallower basins include Chapora in the north and the Sal and the Kushavati in the south. Having alluvial flats near the coastal regions, these basins form rich agricultural tracts. Some other major rivers that drain the state include Baga, Tiracol, Talpona, Mandovi, Zuari and Galgibagh.

Climate
The climate is almost moderate as you will experience very little variations in the weather. The temperature rises up to 34 ºC in May, the hottest month of summer. January and February are the coldest months of winter when the temperature drops up to 20ºC. It rains here the most during June to September from the Southwest monsoon. The month of July receives the highest rainfall.

Flora and Fauna
Around one-third area of the state is green covered. Bhagwan Mahavir National Park is the largest wildlife reserves in Goa located near Molem. Spread over an area of 107 sq km, the park is home to chital, leopard and sloth bear besides numerous bird species. Coconut, aracanut, rice, millet, cashew nut and jackfruit are the main agriculture produce of Goa.

Roads
Connected well with roads both locally and nationally via National Highway, Goa is very easily accessible by roads. National highways add up to 224 km, state highways 232 km and major district roads up to 815 km.

Airport
Only one airport at Dabolim, located nearby Vasco, is catering to the needs of international and domestic air travelers.

Local Time
+ 5.30 Hours

Language
English, Portuguese, Konkani, Hindi, Marathi