When you have rivers aplenty, you need bridges to cross them. Without a doubt, in the long list of
Goa’s stunning vistas, bridges and the sights you see from them are one of them.
Take for example the Corjuem bridge, one of the first suspension bridges in the state which was built
in 2004. The bridge stretches across the river Mapusa and overlooks a stretch of mangroves and
calm flowing river water. The beauty of this setting, even inspired the state administration to host a
party in honour of the celebrities and guests who were in attendance at the first edition of the
International Film Festival of India in Goa which was held in 2004 at the same bridge on a balmy
November evening.
The Colvale bridge across the Chapora river and the Ozarim bridge in Pernem are also similar to the
Corjuem bridge as far as the magnificent views that they command. The bridges provide for
excellent photography opportunities during sun up or sun down, if you are a photography buff. Avid
anglers also use the bridge to indulge in the past-time of fishing, which is commonplace among
villagers who live along the banks of the rivers.
Some of the other bridges you could visit for leisure are the Ribandar Patto, which is one of the
oldest such stone bridges in Asia, the small but ancient, stone bridge in Patto Panaji and the bridge
across the small, but picturesque Nerul river near Candolim.
Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary
Here's a place we could recommend for a day out in the wild: The Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary located in south eastern Goa's Sanguem taluka.Spread over 211 sq kilometres, the wildlife sanctuary is a treasure trove of jungle trails, water falls, flora and fauna. The wildlife sanctuary is one of the several sanctuaries housed in the state's fringe areas.There are very few things more fulfilling than a trek to a waterfall, where the gushing water can pound off the stress and worries from your head and the shoulder blades. There are a couple of beautiful waterfalls like the Savari waterfall and the Mainapi waterfall to which you can plan your trek to.If you opt for a guided tour with the help of the wildlife department at the Netravali Wildlife Sanctuary, there are other wild gems which are worth the while.The Netravali Wildlife sanctuary is known for a wide range of wildlife like black panther, giant squirrel, slender loris, great pied hornbills, etc.The best time to visit the sanctuary is between the months of October to March.
