The state of Goa in India is famous for its beaches and places of worship, and tourism is its primary industry. This is relatively small state and it is situated on the western coast of India, between the borders of Maharashtra and Karnataka and it is better known to the world as a former Portuguese enclave in Indian soil. Major tourist attractions include: Bom Jesus Basilica, Fort Aguada, a wax museum on Indian culture and a heritage museum. The Churches and Convents of Goa have been declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.