Strange, Offbeat Goa: Why You Should Go to the Hills During the Monsoon Season?
Are you sure that Goa is meant just for the summertime? In June, when rain clouds arrive at the coast and the beach huts close, something truly wonderful takes place. The city becomes quiet, temperatures go down, and vacationers leave their seaside haunts behind.
So, why should you consider the rain-filled hills during your next Goa visit? Here is what you get by choosing the hill area.
Calm Life in the Hills
As the weather outside becomes unpredictable, life in the hills is always calm and cozy. Here is what makes monsoon in the hills such an enjoyable experience.
• Mist-Filled Morning: You wake up to the sounds of birds chirping and observe how the mist spreads around the tree crowns, enjoying a warm cup of coffee.
• Rainy Afternoon: There is nothing better than spending the whole afternoon reading or crafting on the porch with family and friends while it rains outside.
• Cool Evening: With temperatures finally going down, you wear a warm sweater, breathe the fresh cool air, and enjoy watching the fireflies appearing in the sky.
Roadside Wonders and Monsoons Dishes
Since the boats will remain anchored during high waves, there will be a shift towards some delicious seasonal dishes made from fresh ingredients which you will not be able to enjoy during summer months.
Olmi takes the trophy as the best delicacy for the monsoon in Goa because these are wild mushrooms which grow only on termite mounts and appear only when there is thunder.
During peak monsoons, women who inhabit villages collect mushrooms, sit roadside, and sell these delicacies inside small green leaves. The mushrooms taste great when cooked and served hot in Olmi Xacuti. They will surely blow away all your preconceived notions about the best mushrooms.
Your mushrooming trips can be followed by a hot bowl of Samarachi Kodi made with dried prawns, dry coconut, and raw mango.
Exploring The Hills (Beaches Not Needed)
Not being near the beaches does not have to be a bore since the rains turn the countryside into an outdoor playground with things that the summer visitors would definitely miss:
Searching For Secret Waterfalls: Seasonal streams and falls make the best trekking locations in the interiors with lots of plant life around.
Aromatically Lush Spice Farms: The local farms producing spices will look most picturesque and aromatic in the rain and always culminate in the usual Goan lunch buffet served hot.
Picturesque Country Drives: Narrow country lanes flanked by old houses and thick coconut groves can be enjoyed with not a single vehicle to be seen along the way.
Rain is no excuse to keep away from Goa but the best reason for discovering Goa at its most romantic side away from the crowds. Find your haven in the hills and enjoy the rain.
Experience it at Hillside Retreat: You don’t have to just read about this magic; you can live it. Nestled in the quiet hills of Borim, Ponda, Hillside Retreat is the ultimate base for your monsoon escape. Watch the morning mist roll across the hills from your private balcony swing, or sit by our traditional Rajankan (open courtyard) and watch the heavy Goan rain fall directly into the indoor fishpond. It’s a peaceful, green sanctuary designed for slow days, warm tea, and soulful rainy evenings.
Book your monsoon stay with Hillside Retreat
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