Famous Waterfalls, Springs and Lakes In Goa

Here I am providing an information about the Waterfalls, Springs and lakes present in Goa those are very famous and beautiful to see. This consists of Greenery all around. All this famous waterfalls, lakes, and springs located in primary areas with good and star hotels.

Arvalem Waterfalls

Arvalem Waterfalls located in the village of Sanquelim. Arvalem Waterfalls is the place where the colonial government settled its Rajput mercenaries. It is a majestic waterfall cascading from a height of about 70 ft. to form a sizeable lake at the bottom-a tempting sight to seasoned swimmers. The Arvalem Waterfalls are worth visiting after the monsoon (in October) when they cascade noisily through the surrounding trees.

Sanquelim can be easily reached by bus from Mapusa. From the traveler perception there are several star and Budget hotels near Mapusa, Goa.

Dudhsagar Waterfalls

Dudhsagar Waterfalls is located at a distance of 60 km from Panaji. The name of this waterfall evolves from the Konkani name for the falls, Dudhsagar meaning 'sea of milk'. This is because froth is formed due to the speedy surge of water from the majestic heights. The Dudhsagar Falls is one of the most interesting falls the largest and highest fall of Goa. 

Kesarval Spring

Kesarval spring  is famous and must visit tourist destination for the tourist Department.The word "Kesar-val" is derived from the Indian word for eagles that used to maintain a colony here among the magnificent forested slopes. The spring is very famous and popular among the locals and the bathers who come from other places, Spring consists some medicinal properties in its waters.

The Tourism Department has designated the as a tourist spot. The spring is at its best, during the monsoon when it tumbles forward in a dashing cascade. Kesarval, with its rolling terraced hills, running down to the forested countryside is a place where time stands still. 

Mayem Lake

Mayem Lake is also Known as the Maya Lake. It is the most famous Lake situated in North Goa and surrounded with green Hills in Bicholim Taluka. The Mayem Lake is all around surrounded by Low as well as High Hills.

Birdlife is plentiful here, lake gives you a great chance to admire a variety of birds, making their home on the shores of the lake. Birds like Pheasant Tailed Jacana, Comb Duck, Herons, Egrets,  Pygmy Goose, etc can be seen here.