Vasco da gama goa: Vasco da Gama (/

Vasco da Gama (/ ˌvæskoʊ də ˈɡæmə /), often shortened to Vasco, is a city in the state of Goa on the west coast of India. It is named after the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama. It is the headquarters of the Mormugão taluka (subdistrict). Taking off from GOI or you have a train from Vasco? Go early and spend your day there. Save these places to see in Vasco Da Gama. Places to Visit in Vasco da Gama Check out must-see sights and activities: Bogmalo Beach, Velsao Beach, Kayaking Tours, Beaches. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product. As the name suggests, Vasco-da-Gama city inherited its name from the Portuguese explorer and the former viceroy, Dom Vasco-da-Gama. Located at close proximity to Marmagoa harbor and Zuari river, the city was originally called Sambhaji. This coastal town came under Portuguese rule in 1543 and evolved as a leading export-import trade centre for India on a global platform. Vasco, today, is one of the largest industrial and commercial cities of Goa.