Why do Goans celebrate Kuwaiti Liberation?
Feb 26 is celebrated as the liberation day in Kuwait, cheered not only by Kuwaitis but also many Goans. In 1990, Saddam Hussein led-Iraq, invaded Kuwait. 25, 000 Goans were left stranded over-night in a war zone. Streets were patrolled by Iraqi soldiers. Many Goans were evacuated and had to return home empty handed. Why […]
Is there a fort in Miramar?
Much like many traces of history are wiped out or lost over time, Gaspar Dias fort too has not left any traces of it ever being in existence. Kept alive by historians, history buffs and Goan enthusiast its memory fades with every generation. Only remnant of this military structure seems to be the cannon at […]
What role did Tipu Sultan play in Pinto’s conspiracy in Goa?
A young man along with few others inspired by the ideals of what would be known as ‘French revolution’ staged a revolt in the Portuguese colony of Goa. Today it is famously known as Pinto’s revolt, this enduring tale of a group that tried to uproot the Portuguese from the Goa soil. Question arises, was […]
Things you didn’t know about Fontainhas!
The area speaks about an era gone by. For the last quarter century or so, the city of Panjim has been changing rapidly. From being a beautiful capital under the Portuguese (later under Goa government) into the crowded city it is today. But there still exists an area in Panjim that has managed to retain […]
Goan Carnaval – how did it all start?
Goa is unique and so are its festivals. ‘Carnaval’ (otherwise spelt carnival outside Goa) being one of them is celebrated only in the state of Goa in India. Merry-making is the only thing to be kept in mind because the idea is to forget about daily chores for that period and just enjoy the moment. […]
Now you can hire helicopters in Goa!
Unbelievably, Goa over the years has transformed itself from being a laid back state with hardly any infrastructure to support the immense tourism potential it has, to the most happening destination in India. The recent addition of helicopter rides has added even more glamour to attract tourists from around the world. It is a collaborative […]
HOTEL PALACIO DE GOA
Hotel Palacio De Goa Hotel Palacio De Goa, a budget hotel is located in Panjim, the capital of Goa. This hotel has close proximity to Dabolim Airport, approximately 35 km away. It is also easily accessible from Thivim Railway Station which is approximately 25 kms away. This budget hotel is well designed with Portuguese exteriors […]
Poshak family store Goa- Everything you need to be in style
Poshak is a family store dealing in ready to wear clothing having 3 different branches in Goa. It retails leading Indian Brands. They started in the year 1989, in a small corner of Trinora Apartments near Municipal Market in Panaji. Over the Years, Poshak has expanded to 3 Stores; in Panjim, Porvorim and Mapusa. Find everything you […]
THE ATTIC
The Attic, a picturesque old titled bungalow resemblance of a bygone era. It is located in Camarcazana, a stone throw from Mapusa. Entering The Attic is like making a trip into a time machine as one is transported into yester years as one explores the place and potters through exquisite pieces of furniture (painstakingly restored […]
CAFE MOJO PUB & BISTRO
Cafe Mojo Pub & Bristo is the first English Pub in Goa introducing the concept of E-Beer where you can draw your own chilled crisp draught beer at your convenience from the taps provided on every table that one occupies. Since the beer is charged per ml and not by the conventional glass method, One […]
