is fast emerging in India as the location for film shoots. In its many hues the destination offers up its wet beaches, frothy waves, a gentle ocean dotted with islands, forests that reveal themselves in the rains, green fields that stretch as far as the eye can travel, churches and the unique character of its inhabitants-all wax eloquently of this state's lyrical quality.

The statistics for the year 2004 - 2005 reveal that a total of 110 International, National, ad commercials and documentaries were shot in North and South Goa. [ Source collector's office, North and South Goa]. Industry sources further estimate a 15% increase in yearly business.

International film producers are drawn to Goa because of its unique blend of International tourists and cosmopolitan nature. A quote from Patrick Crowley , Producer of Bourne Identity, shot in Goa in 2001 states- Of the places in the world where you could go and hide," says Crowley, "it just seemed to be a place where you could blend in.  We talked about China, we talked about other places, but one of the cool things about Goa was there are a lot of young tourists, which makes it perfect for Jason and Marie--they don't stick out."

Indian film makers are drawn to Goa because of its beautiful locales and its easy accessibility.