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 sought after by different kingdoms in the country given its strategic location on the west coast. The added factor of possessing one of the few natural harbors in the country made it all the more […]
Goa gets ready for a brand new tourist season for 2018
It’s time to welcome the world back to Goa with the start of yet another tourist season in the sunshine state. In the past, Goa had two very specific seasons when it came to tourists visiting the state. The off-season between June and September and the actual tourist season from October to May. Off-season saw […]
Goa is now a two-time National Tourism Award winner
Goa. India’s tiniest state. A jewel in the crown of India and for obvious reasons, everyone’s favorite tourist destination. There seems to be something for everyone in Goa. The beautiful beaches, fringed with gently swaying coconut trees, overlooking the glistening waters of the Arabian Sea, beckon. The cuisine ranges from simple local fare to exotic […]
10th-anniversary celebrations of the Semana da Cultura Indo Portuguesa
So much has been spoken about the Indo – Portuguese connection. There are art, cinema, music, architecture and even food that has been used to show this connection through the years. While the Portuguese are long gone from Goa, every year, a big event is held to commemorate the Indo-Portuguese connection. This year happens to […]
Taking a walk around Panjim’s newest attraction, the Mangrove Boardwalk
As students, we learn about the environment as part of the school curriculum. One topic that is very relatable and very important to Goa is that about the mangroves which one sees all over the state. They can mostly be found along the banks of the Mandovi, Zuari and even their tributaries. Mangroves are crucial […]
Goa’s nightingales shall sing again at Vem Cantar 2018
Goa has always been known as the premier tourist destination in India. From it’s rolling hills to the lush green fields and the sandy beaches and the shimmering Arabian sea, everyone wants to come to Goa. The food is mouthwatering and the ambiance is just lovely. And even though it’s the smallest state in the […]
Drishti ferry services to commence again from 1st October
The monsoons are one of the more pleasant seasons in Goa. The weather is pleasantly cool, everything turns green for as far as the eye can see and thanks to the rain, Goa wears what can possibly be perceived as a clean look. Of course, the roads do get mucky but it’s a small price […]
One of Goa’s uncharted hill stations – Swapnagandha Resort
Swapnagandha Resort, perched on the verdant green misty mountains of Chorla Ghat (part of the Western Ghats), 62 kilometres from Goa’s capital, is Goa’s uncharted hill station. Overlooking the famous Vazra Falls on one side and the backwaters of the Anjunem Reservoir on the other. 700 meters above sea level, with temperatures rarely exceeding 25 […]
Immersion of Ganesh idols to get easier with the help of Drishti lifeguards
The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is just around the corner and everyone is gearing up to celebrate. It’s a very important festival in Hindu religion and very much celebrated in the Konkan region of India. Hindu households across Goa have already installed idols of Lord Ganesh. Observations include chanting of Vedic hymns and Hindu texts […]
The Mountain Food Festival at WoknRoll Goa in Candolim
One of the key selling points when it comes to promoting Goa is food. The local food is full of delicacies that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. They may be replicated but any true blue Goan will immediately know the difference in taste. That being said, there are so many other kinds […]
