Ozran Beach, Goa
Ozran beach also known as 'Little Vagator Beach' is one of the most picturesque and beautiful beaches of Goa, it is peaceful and calm. The best part of this beach is that one has to climb down a little hill to reach there. Usually visited by foreigners, it’s a fun place to go with friends and family as the beach has few shacks. The best part is the sunset on the beach. Ozran beach has several hangouts like Our Shack, Sunset Bar, Restaurant, etc. One can also head to Anjuna, Morjim, Vagator, Candolim, and Chapora Beaches. Other famous sights include Mae De Dues Church, St Michael’s Church, Fort Aguada Lighthouse, Viceroy’s Arch, and Sahyadri Spice Farms.
The popular Greek restaurant 'Thalassa' is also located on the cliff overseeing this beach.
Ozran Beach is an extension of Vagator Beach the same way Calangute Beach is an extension of Baga. It is about 8 km from Mapusa, and 22 km from Panaji. Down the slope of Ozran Beach, you will often encounter tourists biking the rocky terrain towards the beach.
The geography of Ozran Beach is interspersed with rocky terrains that are sponge-like in appearance. You can see the seawater plunge out of the pores of these rocks like lava erupting out of volcanoes. The seashore is flanked by palm trees that serve as popular picnic spots for families and tourists alike.
During your sojourn, you will encounter many hawkers persistently pestering tourists to buy their products like hair extensions and neon bracelets. Apart from that, Ozran Beach is a popular tourist destination with its laid-out shacks and bars.