Culture & Heritage

History, legends, temples and churches, traditions, Konkani, music and art.

Rustic Roofs

In Arossim, there is a lane that has remained remarkably unchanged for generations. The baker still passes through on his bicycle at dawn, neighbours continue to know one another by name, and at the end of the lane, behind an old boundary wall, stands a Portuguese-era mud house that has witnessed nearly 180 years of life. This is Lilia, the first restored home by Rehan and…

29 October 2026
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18 May 2026

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Abyss Spice Farm

This spice plantation is located on high mountains amidst stunning surroundings near Ponda. Many tourists visit the Abyss spice plantation as it is famous for the medicinal herbs that are grown over here on a large scale.

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Ancestral Goa

This is a mock village depicting the culture and traditions of Goa from around 100 years ago. It depicts the styles of architecture and portrays the art and religious beliefs of that period.

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Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary

The Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Goan town of Mollem. This area was first known as Mollem Game Sanctuary. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1969 and renamed as Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary. With a total area of 240 sq kms, this is the largest of Goa’s…