There is a huge market in Anjuna - totally geared towards tourists
but good fun nonetheless - where you can buy silver jewellery and "ethnic"
throws.
Think of it as a more fragrant, sun-soaked version of Camden Market
Anjuna market is open every Wednesday. Get there by bus from Mapusa or Panaji.
We stayed at the Cosy Nook on Palolem Beach which was fantastic - stilted
huts right on the beach. Admittedly, ours was by a rubbish heap which seemed to attract cows day and night time...
But the beach was clean and there were loads of good bars and restaurants with fantastic seafood. If a bar wasn't playing Bob Marley, you were treated to either a chilled Ibiza or Café del Mar compilation as you settled down for the evening. The soundtrack should give you an idea of the place!
Palolem Beach is about 2 km west of Chaudi, Canacona District. Cosy Nook is at the northern end of the beach.
Tel: 0832 264 3550
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