Stunning sunsets, silken sands and silly prices!

They say that a change of scenery can work wonders for the soul. If you’re in need of a little spiritual TLC you need look no further than the stunning Northern Indian state of Goa. Colonised by the Portuguese centuries ago and adorned by the Europeans and the Indians, Goa is small in stature but packs a powerful punch.

Its 60km stretch of silken sands afford the perfect repose away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Cooled by sea breezes and surrounded by perfect turquoise waters, Goa is famed for its safe and tranquil beaches. Perhaps most loved for its expanse of coastline, it’s hard to tear yourself away from the beaches of Candolin & Calangute, while Baga to the north offers a slower pace of life despite t he convenience of modern hotels, restaurants and bars. In the southern most part of the territory, the Dona Paula, Vagator and Chapora beaches are also worth a visit.

With beach living comes a bountiful offering of fresh seafood, cooked with coconut and spices and served as it has been for centuries.

Head inland and Goa is transformed into a haven of tiny villages, religious temples and lush greenery. There is as much to see inland as there is in the coastal regions as life continues as it did centuries ago.

Overseas property specialist David Stanley Redfern Ltd has investment properties dotted the length and breadth of Goa, giving an insight into both faces of the land and its people.

The Braganza World resort represents the most economical investment option, with prices starting at just £5,520. The development has claimed a countryside location but remains centrally placed close to the beaches of Baga, Calangute and Candolim.

At the other end of the scale, the brand new Goa Raj development sits in the heart of Goa, only minutes away from world class dining and cosmopolitan nightlife. With prices for luxury four-bedroom villas starting at £63,250, the spacious 159.71 m sq properties are an excellent choice for fist time investors given their luxury finishings and position in an area fast emerging as north Goa’s prime residential spot.

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