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Kesarval Springs, Verna

Verna, Goa, India

3.9 (0)

Overview

A curative spring pouring off a betel-palm scarp — eagle-named, monsoon-loud and an old Goan family bathing tradition.

Why visit: The wayside dip Goans have sworn by for generations.

Things to do

›Spring cascade
›Palm-scarp steps
›Monsoon flow
›Verna plateau drive

Spring BathingNature WalksPhotography

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Travel Information

Best time

Jun–Jan (best flow)

Entry fee

Free

Est. budget

₹100–300

Duration

1–2 hrs

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