Things To Do
in Goh

Roasted wheat balls stuffed with spiced sattu (roasted gram) served with mashed spiced vegetables (chokha); widely available at small eateries and street stalls.

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Flatbread stuffed with sattu or a refreshing salted-sweet sattu drink — common homemade and roadside offerings, especially during summer.

Comforting lentil-based dals and mixed lentil preparations served with rice or rotis at local homes and dhabas.

Traditional sweets, often prepared for festivals and available from sweet shops and market vendors.

A periodic open-air market where you can find fresh produce, snacks, roadside sweets, and small food stalls selling litti, pakoras, chai, and seasonal items.

Small roadside eateries near bus stops and main roads where hearty thalis, rotis, and fried snacks are affordable and freshly prepared.

Use a polite 'Namaste' with folded hands when greeting; remove shoes before entering homes and some temples; dress modestly in conservative clothing.

Always ask permission before photographing people, especially women or religious ceremonies. A smile and showing the photo afterward goes a long way.

If invited to a home, accept water or tea politely; many meals are eaten with the right hand — avoid using the left hand for eating or passing items.

Public displays of affection are frowned upon; be mindful of caste and religious sensitivities and avoid political discussions with strangers.

Tipping is modest: small change or rounding up at dhabas and to rickshaw drivers is common. For exceptional service in guesthouses or with guides, 50–200 INR is appreciated but not expected.

Cash (Indian rupees) is king in Goh — many small shops and vendors do not accept cards. Mobile payments and UPI apps are becoming common, so carry some cash and a phone with necessary apps if you plan to use digital payments. ATMs may be limited; withdraw cash in larger towns before arriving.

Hot and dry with temperatures often in the mid-30s to low 40s °C; carry sun protection, light clothing, and hydrate frequently. Early mornings and evenings are the best times to be outdoors.

Heavy, sometimes unpredictable rains that green the landscape but can cause localized flooding and muddy roads; plan travel carefully and allow extra time for journeys.

Pleasant weather with clear skies and cooler nights — a comfortable time for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Cool mornings and evenings with daytime temperatures typically comfortable (10–25 °C); early winter nights can be chilly — bring a light jacket.

Vegetarian food is widely available and well-catered for; many homes and dhabas serve vegetarian thalis and snacks. When in doubt, say 'main shakahari hoon' (I am vegetarian) and confirm ingredients in gravies (some use ghee).

Vegan options exist but dairy (ghee, curd) is common; ask vendors about the use of ghee or butter. Sattu-based items are often vegan-friendly but double-check.

Rice-based dishes and many lentil preparations are gluten-free, but most breads (rotis, litti) are wheat-based. Inform cooks to avoid wheat-based items if needed.

Street food is generally safe when freshly cooked; prefer busy stalls with a turnover of customers, and drink bottled or boiled water.