Mayem Lake

North Goa


Southwest of Bicholim and about 35km from Panaji, glistening Mayem Lake is a pleasant sort of place that’s popular among local picnickers and families. In 2018 Goa Tourism opened a new reception centre here with a cafe, shops, parking and boating, and its North Goa bus stops here for lunch.


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