With its bohemian atmosphere, Arambol has long been a destination for many of the long-term hippies, youthful backpackers, and even midrange travelers. Found in India's northern Goa, it is also a popular backward retreat for the partygoers of nearby Anjuna Beach, the so-called "Freak Capital of the World." Though it is still mostly dominated by low-key facilities and accommodations, its status as a burgeoning tourist magnet has also begun to attract the attention of developers. The out-of-the-way feel will soon be obsolete with the construction of buildings, condominiums and tourist infrastructure.
The largest coastal village in the Pernem district, Arambol has some of the most beautiful and secluded beaches in the entire Goa region. Characterized by a calm atmosphere, old wooden fishing boats, soda-white sands, swaying palm trees, and traditional village houses, the beaches beg to be swum in. Watching the dolphins, relaxing by the shores or just taking in the charming nature are other suitable activities. Arambol, however, doesn't pulsate with vibrant nightlife so those who feel the urge to party would do best to head to Anjuna, and return when it is time to rest.
Tourists can't go wrong trekking to a small freshwater lake found near the beach. Hidden behind dense jungle foliage, it is noted for its hot springs that are lined with sulfuric mud. This mud in particular is said to possess curative effects which make some visitors lather it on their bodies. One can also see nearby a stone carving called the "Money Stone" alongside a sprawling banyan tree. Sculpted by the American Conceptual and Land Art artist Jacek Tylicki, it bears an inscription stating: "give if you can; take if you have to," and passers-by often leave or take some money.
There is also the Teracol Fort found by the banks of the Teracol River, used by the Portuguese in defending the land years before. Visitors can still make out some of its old turrets, and even its moat, though now dry. One, too, can glimpse inside the Chapel of St. Anthony that brandishes a distinct classical Goan-style façade.