Aesthetics of travelling from Carmona to Mobor



 

Aesthetics of travelling from Carmona to Mobor

By Sujata Dabolkar 

Salcete blessed by Zuari to the east and Arabian Sea towards the east and drained by the lifeline Sal river rose up from the receding Arabian sea about twenty thousand years ago. And a mosaic of landscapes was created by toiling hands in shaping the farms, the bundhs, lakes, creeks, rows of thick coconut plantations and geometric salt pans.  Travelling anywhere in Salcete is an aesthetic experience especially during the monsoon. Its the beauty of these landscapes which I soak in when I journey in Salcete and watch  the transition from natural and man-made landscapes.  The short enjoyable journey from Carmona to Cavelossim is simply mesmerizing for the simple scenes and sights on the routes as you inhale fresh air full of pure oxygen blowing from Arabian sea and filtered through rows of coconut palms so lovingly looked after by Carmonkars and Cavelosshimkars. I stay in Carmona village which is located in Salcete taluka of South Goa which is just 15 kms away from Margao. Being a researcher and nature lover, I love to visit Carmona beach, Cavelossim beach and Mobor beach during Sunday evenings. Road from Carmona to Mobor covers distance of 5.6 Km. To reach Mobor beach you need to pass through the Cavelossim. This small stretch of area have lots to offer. On the way to Mobor beach one can find coconut trees and lush green fields on both sides of the road which make up for the perfect natural view. One can find grazing animals in the fields as well as variety of birds diversity such as India Peafowl, Asian openbill, woolly necked stork, purple rumped sunbird. This site can be used as bird observation site which is part of recreational activity and also for can be one of the study site researchers and photographers. One can enjoy excursion, peaceful and adventure of exploring and filming some of the species. Cycling can be one of the best ecotourism activities to do with a good bike ride, it is possible to discover natural treasures. People of the village also carry out cultivation of vegetables in the fields such as Amaranthus, cucumber and sell them within and outside villages. The aquatic weeds of the wetland ecosystem played a fascinating role in life of humans beings. Nymphyae (lotus) is a dominating wetland plant found in Goa. Both white and pink appealing water lily’s are found in the fields growing.  Roads are silent and very clean. One can hear sound of the birds while you take a walk on the road. At the start of the Cavelossim village there is a salt pan from where one can view mesmerising sunset. If you go little beyond you see two beautiful buildings one is holy cross catholic church and next is holy cross institute. Sal River is flowing downstream through the southern portion of Cavelossim village and debouches to Arabian Sea. As you cross the Cavelossim  one can find resorts and home stay on the way. Tourism industry flourishment can be seen in this area. Hotels such as Radisson Blue resort, Novotel, Shikara beach resort, the byke old anchor which provides employment to the people of village working in the hotel industry. One of the most happening and ecstatic beaches in Goa, Mobor Beach is located at the southern-end of the Cavelossim beach. Mobor beach is surrounded with water from three sides providing us with a captivating view of the nature. The sand here is very fine and light in color with lot of fine seashells, perfect for walking across barefoot. The sand dunes and the coconut palms that grow here add to the incandescent beauty of the place. The amalgamation of the River Sal with the Arabian Sea engenders a spectacular sight to grasp. Mobor beach is the hub of a wide variety of water activities like water-skiing, jet skiing, wind surfing, sailing, boating, parasailing, etc. Boat rides Sal river If you stand at the tip of the Betul beach than you can see the Betul fort and Betul village. This beach has an estuary where the river Sal gathers its sweet waters and empties itself into the amazing Arabian Sea.

                             

 

 

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