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Morjim beach lies just north of the Chapora River and can be approached by taking a short diversion off the coastal road from Chapora. Morjim beach is peaceful and private. Peace and tranquillity reigns here, which makes it an ideal beach destination. Morjim beach is around 3 kms in length. Just walk a couple of kilometres in either direction along the Morjim beach and you will be in the lap of Mother Nature, where sea, sand and sky blend in a charming natural harmony. The crystal clear water of Morjim beach is a swimmer's delight.
Originally Morjim is the name derived from Goddess “morzai”. According to ancient mythology it is believed that the goddess morzai sprang from the sea and was fished out by fishermen (morjey). While some believe she came on a peacock (“mhor” in local Konkani language) and hence the name Mhor-jim (Morjim).
It is also believed that half of Morjim, few decades ago was submerged by the sea, until a holy person name Satpurush saved the natural surroundings of Morjim waters and converted it into land. Hence if one digs the earth, deep enough, one can in fact find the silvery sand of the beach till around a depth of 2metres deep. To show their respect villagers of Morjim build the Satpurush temple which still exists.
Morjim is a village positioned in north Goa district on the banks of the Chapora River estuary. Bordered by Arabian Sea and surrounded by lush green hills of the Konkan region. Morjim is habitat to a variety of birds and to the Olive ridley sea turtle. Blessed with splendid scenic beauty, silvery sand beach, beautiful Chapora river and fields surrounded by coconut trees and rich heritage makes Morjim beach undoubtedly a "Tourist's Paradise".
Morjim Beach also known as Turtle Beach because the Olive Ridley turtles come here every October to lay eggs. Morjim is poles apart from the crowded beaches of Goa. Morjim village and beach is a place to unwind and to relax body, heart and mind. Nature lovers will be delighted to spot a variety of birds here like the Sand Plover, Bay-backed Shrike, Quill, Turnstones, Cuckoo, Kingfisher, Sandpipers, Gulls, Brown-headed, Black-headed and Slender-billed Gulls along with Crested Terns, Sea Eagle, Osprey and many more. One can also go for Dolphin sighting with local fishermen of Morjim fishing village. Morjim beach can be viewed from the Chapora fort as a beach that has stretches of empty sand with a lot of palms and casuarinas trees in the background.
There are few beach shacks and restaurants found at the Morjim beach in Goa that serve delicious meals and fresh fruit juices. Also for accommodation there are some private houses and small Holiday Homes. There are a lot of buses that connect Morjim with Panjim and Mapusa. One of the few good quality Holiday Homes on Morjim beach is Morjim Hermitage Holiday Home offering cottage rooms in modern day Goan Beach Villas besides the Morjim beach. |
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