Arambol

Arambol is a traditional fisherman village, located approximately a 90 minutes drive from Dabolim Airport (GOI) within the Pernem administrative region of North Goa, India. The beach attracts many international tourists, mainly during the winter season between November and March.Arambol has a distinct Bohemian feel which attracts many alternative travellers. Arambol beach is considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Goa, bordering Keri Beach to the north and Mandrem Beach to the south.Located 43 km north of Goa's capital city of Panaji, Arambol has a population of around 5300. Arambol (CT) is engaged in the manufacturing of following items (in decreasing order of importance): country liquor, chili products, dry fish[citation needed] Every Wednesday, a weekly market takes place at the Arambol Bus Stand area, where local vegetable vendors sell their products such as Green Leafy Vegetables, Potatoes, Spices, Fruits and similar edible products. There are few supermarkets on the Arambol Street that caters to all the basic kitchen needs and supplies. There is a branch of State Bank of India and HDFC Bank at the Arambol Bus Stand area. There are 3 Co-operative Bank in the town.[citation needed] Due to the composition of both national and international musicians, Arambol is home to a rich live music scene, dominated by Gypsie-Fusion bands.[citation needed] Strong winds during the main season make it a significant location for leisure sports, like paragliding and kite surfing. Every evening during the peak tourist season, there are sunset parties on Arambol beach.[6] A variety of practitioners in the healing arts offer courses in Yoga, meditation, Odissi dance, and musical instruments (like Tabla, Sitar and other traditional Indian as well as Western instruments). The Tribal Dance Festival and the Indian Juggling Convention take place in Arambol.[8][not specific enough to verify] The Goa Contact Festival and In-Touch Festival both offer Contact Improvisation Dance and Somatics.[citation needed] All are scheduled for late January/early February.[citation needed]