Chapora River Destruction Project
The Goa Government is planning an ambitious tourism development plan for Chapora River and the surrounding areas. It is likely to boost tourism, according to the people behind boosting the project. The Government has set up a committee – the River Chapora Development Committee. The committee is under the chairmanship of Captain of Ports to […]
Treasures in Goa Blanked out from Books
Here is a list of treasures in Goa which your average guide would not tell you about. These treasures are places you should visit if you want a piece of the not so commercial part of Goa. The Treasures Cumbarjua Canal The Cumbarjua Canal is a 15 kilometer long stretch of water located about a […]
Son of the soil – Antonio Piedade da Cruz
A master painter and a sculptor, Antonio Piedade da Cruz is a source of pride to many Goans who know him. He was born on August 22, 1895 in the village of Velim (Salcete, Goa). In 1916, the artist admitted himself into Sir Jamsetjee Jeejebhoy School of Art in Bombay (now Mumbai). From here on, […]
Mall De Goa is Goa’s newest shopping and entertainment destination
SHOP, FOOD, FUN and MULTIPLEX are four words that would best describe Mall de Goa, which opened, bang in the middle of Porvorim, on the busy NH17 junction, in February 2016. The location can be easily reached from Mapusa, Calangute and Panjim, making it a dream come true for locals and tourists alike. Mall de […]
In Goa the forest cover has increased, surprised?
Spat of development across the state has many Goans concerned over the environmental degradation that is taking place due to it. A recent survey in regards to forest cover carried out by the state government has surprised many. According to the the 2015 forest survey of India report, Goa has witnessed an increase of 5 […]
Lakes of Goa You Must visit for Bliss
The popularity of Goa is mainly due to its beautiful beaches, but that’s not all Goa has. The beautiful lakes of Goa are not known to many. The lakes of goa have beautiful scenery which possess aura of flora and fauna. With their calm and natural ambiance and recreation facilities such as boating, they catch the attention […]
Trip to Goa this monsoon
Goa is one of the most mesmerizing beach destinations in the world. And it is stupendous to get tanned in Baga or Candolim taking part in various water sports. However in monsoon, the long beach walks can become very icky; with sand and water sloshing under your flip-flops and the violent waves crashing on the […]
Forts in Goa – Know more about them!
With Goa having a long list of conquerors over the centuries, it has a number of forts which were used for different reasons. Forts were mainly utilised as a strategic part of defense for the rulers. Here are some of the forts which played an important part in Goa’s history. Fort Aguada Fort Aguada is […]
Become the next Goan idol!
Do you aspire to become a singer, but missing a touch of flair? Here are a few institutes training vocalist. Goans are very talented in the field of music. In addition, singing plays an important role in Goa. Several institutes in the state have recognized this talent and have taken up the initiative to start programmes […]
Will Goa accept Yoga?
International Yoga Day celebrated on June 21 is a matter of pride to every Indian. Goans known for their susegad attitude seem to be embracing this age old practice. Yoga mainly consists of breathing exercises, meditation and various body postures. Good health and relaxation are direct benefits of Yoga. Goa is gearing up for the […]
