MAPUSA
The name Mapusa is derived from the Konkani term, maap, which means measure and sa which means fill up. Mapusa is the third largest city in the state of Goa and has a history of its own.

Mapusa is a fairly small town with mostly modern building spread around the slopes of a small hillock called Altinho. It lies about 13 kms from the capital city of Panaji and on most days there is hardly anything to entice the casual visitor to its environs.
Palaces of Interest
Margao: It is 33 Kms. from Panaji. The Capital of South Goa District in the hinterland of southern Goa in Salcete Taluka is a thriving commercial metropolis linked by rail to the rest of India & Mormugao Harbour and by national highways, with Maharashtra and Karnataka.

Bodhgeshwar Temple: If you are one of those who simply need a wish to be fulfilled, then do make a visit to the Bodhgeshwar Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Bodhgeshwar who sat below a banyan tree and solved the problems of the people who came in.

Anjuna Beach: Located at 8 kilometers west of Mapusa, Anjuna beach is a popular beach and is thronged by tourists. The beach is beautiful to look at with golden sands, turquoise blue water and swaying coconut trees.

Mapusa Church: The Mapusa Church is known by two names - St. Jerome's Church and the Church of Our Lady of Milagres. It is known as St. Jerome's Church in October when a feast dedicated to St. Jerome is celebrated.

How to Reach :
By Air: Mapusa can be easily reached by air as the nearest airport to Mapusa is the Dabolim airport of Goa. Flights from Delhi, Mumbai and other major cities provide daily services for tourists.
By Rail: The nearest railway station to Mapusa is around 12 kilometers away and is known as Thivim / Tivim railway station. Trains come here regularly from nearby cities and states.
By Road: Mapusa is well connected by roads and bus service from nearby states is available round the clock. To travel in Mapusa, buses, autos, taxis, etc.

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