German’s Pick: Cleanest City in India – A Surprise!

german Vlogger Declares South Goa ‘Cleanest Place’ Visited in india, Sparks Debate

A German vlogger’s recent experience in South Goa, India, has ignited a conversation about cleanliness and tourism, quickly going viral on social media. Alex Welder, documenting his travels, shared a video praising the pristine condition of the region, a stark contrast to his expectations of the popular tourist destination.

Unexpected Finding in South Goa

Welder’s now-viral Instagram video,titled “Cleanest place I’ve seen in India,” details his surprise at the lack of litter along the beaches of South Goa. “This is probably the cleanest place I have been to in India,” Welder stated in the video. “I always thought Goa is going to be that super party hotspot, lots of tourists and lots of trash. But we’ve been walking around this beach here in South Goa, and we haven’t seen a single piece of trash.” He specifically highlighted galgibaga beach as a notably beautiful and well-maintained area, noting its status as a turtle nesting area.

The vlogger also observed a relaxed atmosphere, describing a group of local men enjoying themselves. “These are only three local guys we found. They are laughing the entire time looking at the sky. I think they are having a great time, if you know what I mean.”

Pro tip:– Goa’s beaches are classified as ‘notified’ or ‘un-notified.’ Notified beaches receive government funding for upkeep, perhaps explaining the cleanliness observed in South Goa.

A European Vibe?

Welder went further, comparing the landscape to that of Europe. “This place doesn’t realy feel that tropical. Check the trees out here. More like, I am in a European country. You have trash cans here and ther. Always a rare find you will appreciate.” This observation underscores the unexpected level of infrastructure and cleanliness he encountered.

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Reader question:– Why is South goa less crowded? Historically, North Goa developed faster as a tourist destination due to its proximity to the airport and initial infrastructure investments.

Social Media Reacts: praise and Concerns

As of June 14, 2024, the video had amassed nearly 200,000 views and generated hundreds of comments. The majority of responses echoed Welder’s sentiments,with many users attesting to the beauty of South Goa. However, a importent portion of commenters expressed concern that increased attention could jeopardize the region’s pristine condition.

“South is the beautiful part of Goa. Still not touched by the crazy destruction happening in the North. Hope and pray it remains that way,” one user commented. Another local resident added, “South Goa is the prettiest indeed, and being a local here, every day is a day by the beach.”

A recurring theme within the comments was a plea to “gatekeep” South Goa, preventing an influx of tourists that could lead to increased pollution.”Please don’t do this mate. With all your good intentions, this will, in fact, be the reason it’s screwed up. Please don’t take this badly,” one commenter urged. Others suggested exploring nearby attractions like Dudhsagar Falls to diversify tourism within the region.

The viral video highlights a growing awareness of sustainable tourism and the delicate balance between showcasing natural beauty and preserving it for future generation