Atal Setu: A Marvel of Engineering in Goa

Getting There

• Walking

  From the center of Panaji, head towards the Mandovi River. You can start at the famous Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, which is a well-known landmark. Walk straight down the Rua de Ourem towards the riverfront. Once you reach the river, turn left and walk along the riverbank. Continue walking until you reach the Mandovi Bridge. Cross this bridge, and as you go over the bridge, you will get a beautiful view of the river. After crossing the bridge, keep walking straight until you reach the junction with the NH66 highway. From there, continue straight on the highway towards Alto-Betim. The Atal Setu (2nd Mandovi Bridge) will be visible ahead. The total walk will take approximately 40 minutes, covering roughly 3 kilometers.

• Public Transport (Bus)

  Start your journey at the Panaji Bus Stand, which is centrally located. Take a local bus heading to Porvorim or Mapusa. The bus route will take you through the main roads and you can enjoy the sights of Goa along the way. Inform the conductor to drop you off at the nearest stop to the Atal Setu, which is the Alto-Betim stop. From the stop, you will need to walk roughly 10 minutes to reach the bridge. Head straight towards the NH66, and you will see the Atal Setu in the distance. The bus ride typically takes about 20-30 minutes depending on traffic.

• Taxi or Auto-rickshaw

  If you prefer not to walk or take the bus, you can hire a taxi or an auto-rickshaw from anywhere in Panaji. Just tell the driver you want to go to 'Atal Setu' or '2nd Mandovi Bridge' in Alto-Betim, and they will know the location. The journey will take approximately 15-20 minutes depending on traffic. Ensure that the driver takes the route through the NH66 highway for the fastest and most direct route.