History
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Today, the 18th of June, we celebrate Goa Revolution Day
In the heart of Panjim lies one of its most famous roads. A favourite shopping location for both locals and…
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Manohar Parrikar, watermelons, and the man who inspired a nation
Shri Manohar Parrikar was more than just a politician. He was more than just India’s Minister of Defence and more…
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Vince Costa just put Curtorim and Goa on the map in the most epic way
Almost four years ago, Curtorim based musician Vince Costa released his debut music album titled ‘Saint and Sinner’. The album…
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Go (cashew and coco) nuts over feni with this unique experience
Goa is known for three Fs; Fish, Football, and Feni. For the uninitiated, Feni is an alcoholic beverage brewed from…
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Fort Aguada, the most strategic fort in Goa’s history
The history of Goa has been a long and illustrious one. For the tiniest state in India, it was much…
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Saptakoteshwar Temple, one of six great sites of the temples of Lord Shiva
The village of Naroa or Narve is tiny. To the uninformed, it looks like just another one of Goa’s many…
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How did 15th August come to be celebrated as Independence Day in India?
15th August is India’s Independence Day and is the most important day in Indian history. It’s the day that this…
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Iconic statue of Dona Paula in ruins – Authorities pass the buck
The iconic statue of Dona Paula is on the verge of crumbling! It has developed massive cracks and some portions…
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Goa Velha, the ancient capital of the Kadamba dynasty in Goa
For such a tiny state on India’s west coast, Goa has had an extremely illustrious history. There is so much…
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Rachol, home to one of Asia’s oldest seminaries and a famous fort
Rachol is another village located in Salcete. Also known as Raitura, it is also where the famous Rachol Seminary is…
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The women voyagers of INSV-Tarini return to Goa today
After what must have been a grueling 8 months at sea, the women voyagers of INSV-Tarini finally return to Goa’s…
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Happy 175 years of existence to our beautiful Panjim city
Goa’s state capital Panjim is one of the best places to live it. Take it from someone who lives there. It’s…
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Casa da Moeda – Goa’s Mint House literally means House of Coins
The Panjim Post Office Square in the Bairro do São Tomé is home to a bunch of lovely old houses.…
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Republic Day – The day the Constitution of India came into effect
The 26th of January, 1950 is a day that India will never forget. The Indian Constituent Assembly adopted the Constitution…
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19th December – A peek into Goa’s fight for freedom
Finally, on 19th December 1961, India conquered Goa from the Portuguese and Goa became a part of India. Therefore Goa…
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