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THE LEELA GOA
The Leela goa, situated on the arabian sea and boardered by the river sal. The Leela goa set amidst landscaped gardens, is an idyllic 75acre resort, just 50 mintues by air from mumbai and a scenic 45 mintues drive through verdant coconut groves.

Goa offers visitors a cultural experience that is truly indian, coupled with its unique "Goan spirit" derived from a history of portuguese rule that spans more than 450 years. The Leela Goa has taken architectural references from 13th century Vijayanagara Empire and 18th century portuguese styles. It opened on 29th september 199

HISTORY
The Leela Hotels were founded by C P Krishnan Nair, owner of The Leela Group, which he named after his wife. Nair bought 11 acres of land near his house in Sahar Village, Mumbai to build his first hotel, The Leela Mumbai, in 1986. It was the first luxury hotel near the current Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.

In 1991 a second hotel was opened in Goa. The Leela Goa was designed keeping the overall architecture of the state in mind. The luxury seaside resort has taken its inspiration from Portuguese heritage and is spread over 75 acres of land in South Goa near by Cavelossim Beach.