Christine, Merlyn & I took the Panjim Bus from Candolim to Betim and then used the local Ferry to get us into the central area of Panjim.
We then walked along the esplanade until we reached BHAGWAN MAHAVEER BALVHAR CAMPAL Children's Park.
It was lovely and we met and spoke to a number of nice people, in particular two guys from Mangalore, Thasleem and Fairoz.
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Thasleem works in shipping in Dubai and Fairoz is a messenger in Abu Dhabi, but travels the 150kms to Dubai every weekend to join Thasleem so that they can party, party. Two lovely, friendly guys.
Mother then asked them the all important question - Are You Married ? - No was the answer so photographs were taken to be added to Jacqueline's suitors list.
A group of school kids were sitting in the park having their lunch.
Other people were just chilling out.
There was a lovely small boating area for kids and a castle to play in.
Here are some more pictures of the park
We then walked back along The Esplanade, past the Ferry Terminal
where we saw this little car which obviously belongs to the local Panjim Tupperware Mannie.
This is a little spot we stop off at if we have to wait any length of time for the Ferry.
This is little place to pray which we saw on our way to The Mandovi Hotel for some lunch.
At the Mandovi Hotel we sat out on the balcony and Merlyn had a Cheese Toastie with Lemon Tea
I had Carrot and Ginger Soup followed by Vegetable Spring Rolls washed down by a large bottle Fosters.
Christine had a Banana Milk shake with Ice Cream followed by a Creme Caramel as she was still not allowed Hot Food following her mouth surgery for her implants.
We then headed off through the Old part of town towards the Bus Station. We stopped and had a look at a couple of Book Shops and Merlyn bought a couple of colouring books and crayons for a wee girl who has literally been brought up under a tree in the lane where we stay, as her mother is a fruit seller. This is another book shop which was a lovely building.
Just before we reached the16th century Baroque Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, the most prominent and elegant church in Panaji is a whitewashed edifice with an enormous bell that was taken from an Augustinian monastery in Old Goa.
we saw this Wedding Car sitting at the side of the road
just next to the Panjim Branch of Halfords
It had blackboards set into the wall on the outside of the building
Having not eaten for about 20 minutes we thought a cake stop was in order. Found this little shop sold lovely cheescake. Also bought a large piece of Banana and Cinnamon Cake to take back to the Apartment.
Whilst waiting to cross the road to the bridge Postie from Tyndrum (Jim Atkinson) passed us at speed in his Post Van. Obviously trying to get to Killin for a golf night.
Merlyn saw an elepant floating downstream. Unfortunately, it looks like it had drowned.
The commercial district is expanding rapidly with a lot of new office building going up very quickly.
The following signs are self explanatory
Two great bakers
We then walked along the esplanade until we reached BHAGWAN MAHAVEER BALVHAR CAMPAL Children's Park.
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| Merlyn & Christine in Panjim |
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| Merlyn & Christine at Entrance to Park |
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| Thasleem and Fairoz |
Thasleem works in shipping in Dubai and Fairoz is a messenger in Abu Dhabi, but travels the 150kms to Dubai every weekend to join Thasleem so that they can party, party. Two lovely, friendly guys.
Mother then asked them the all important question - Are You Married ? - No was the answer so photographs were taken to be added to Jacqueline's suitors list.
A group of school kids were sitting in the park having their lunch.
Other people were just chilling out.
There was a lovely small boating area for kids and a castle to play in.
Here are some more pictures of the park
We then walked back along The Esplanade, past the Ferry Terminal
This is a little spot we stop off at if we have to wait any length of time for the Ferry.
This is little place to pray which we saw on our way to The Mandovi Hotel for some lunch.
At the Mandovi Hotel we sat out on the balcony and Merlyn had a Cheese Toastie with Lemon Tea
I had Carrot and Ginger Soup followed by Vegetable Spring Rolls washed down by a large bottle Fosters.
Christine had a Banana Milk shake with Ice Cream followed by a Creme Caramel as she was still not allowed Hot Food following her mouth surgery for her implants.
We then headed off through the Old part of town towards the Bus Station. We stopped and had a look at a couple of Book Shops and Merlyn bought a couple of colouring books and crayons for a wee girl who has literally been brought up under a tree in the lane where we stay, as her mother is a fruit seller. This is another book shop which was a lovely building.
Just before we reached the16th century Baroque Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception, the most prominent and elegant church in Panaji is a whitewashed edifice with an enormous bell that was taken from an Augustinian monastery in Old Goa.
we saw this Wedding Car sitting at the side of the road
just next to the Panjim Branch of Halfords
On the way to the Bus station we passed by this small local school
It had blackboards set into the wall on the outside of the building
Having not eaten for about 20 minutes we thought a cake stop was in order. Found this little shop sold lovely cheescake. Also bought a large piece of Banana and Cinnamon Cake to take back to the Apartment.
Whilst waiting to cross the road to the bridge Postie from Tyndrum (Jim Atkinson) passed us at speed in his Post Van. Obviously trying to get to Killin for a golf night.
We crossed the Qurem Creek footbridge to get to the Commercial District which leads to the Bus Station
Merlyn saw an elepant floating downstream. Unfortunately, it looks like it had drowned.
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| Can you see any more Elephants Christine ? |
The commercial district is expanding rapidly with a lot of new office building going up very quickly.
The following signs are self explanatory
Two great bakers
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| 2 Great Bakers |
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| One of the building under construction |
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| Could cope with these parking charges at home |
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| This area is clean - Even has Dustbins |
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| Fruit Sellers outside the Bus Station |
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| ???? - Possible dried coconut scapings - ???? |
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| Panjim Bus Station |
I really enjoyed reading this
ReplyDeletePlease keep blogging, its lovely to have words to describe the photos.
Loved the reference to Jim :)
Glad you enjoyed and it was nice to hear you had a lovely time on your Birthday.
ReplyDeleteWill try to keep Blogging but what a bloody time it takes.
The plus is you have a record of what you have done and can place the photographs out the thousands you may take.
How is Dickie enjoying Retirement ?
Hope you enjoy todays blog.