Blisters, Bhakti and Bhakri: A Goan’s 210-km Journey to Pandharpur
Sheetal Pai Kane, a fitness enthusiast, an entrepreneur and a well known figure from Goa, walked over 200 km in six days as part of her first Pandharpur wari, a culturally significant pilgrimage undertaken in worship to Lord Vitthal in Pandharpur, Maharashtra. On her return, Sheetal shares what moved her to undertake the pilgrimage, the […]
Folk Dances of Goa
Goa, renowned for its pristine beaches and Portuguese influence, also boasts a vibrant cultural heritage reflected in its diverse folk dances. These dances, deeply rooted in tradition, express the stories, festivals, and emotions of Goan communities. Performed across villages and during major festivals, folk dances in Goa bring people together through rhythm, color, and storytelling. […]
Goa, the Navy and the Nation: A Story of Strength and Sovereignty
While Goa is known for its bustling tourism, according to decorated naval veteran, Commodore Dr Srikant B. Kesnur, VSM (Retd), Goa is also India’s hub of strategic maritime brain and brawn. Whether it’s building submarines, training fighter pilots or teaching future admirals, Goa is where the future of India’s maritime identity isbeing built. On the occasion of Clube Tennis de Gaspar Dias’ centenary celebrations, Kesnur delivered an […]
Festivals in Goa in August
August in Goa is a month of vibrant energy, spiritual devotion, and cultural richness. With the onset of the monsoon, the lush green landscapes of Goa become the perfect backdrop for festivals that reflect the state’s unique blend of Hindu and Catholic traditions. From religious observances to harvest celebrations, August offers a beautiful glimpse into […]
Konsachem Fest 2025: Goa’s Traditional Harvest Festival in Raia
Konsachem Fest is Goa’s traditional Harvest Festival, deeply rooted in faith and gratitude, where villagers come together to thank God for the season’s first bounty of paddy. Celebrated with religious fervor and cultural pride, this age-old festival takes place at Our Lady of Snows Church in Raia, South Goa. In 2025, the festivities are expected […]
Patolleanchem Fest 2025
Every August in Goa, the air thickens with the scent of fresh turmeric leaves, jaggery, and coconut. It’s the season of Patolleanchem Fest, a heartfelt celebration that honors not just a beloved Goan delicacy, but also the spirit of community, heritage, and the blessings of the monsoon. In 2025, the festival is expected to be […]
Bonderam 2025: Goa’s Festival of Flags on Divar Island
Every monsoon in Goa, Divar Island bursts into color, music, and merriment during Bonderam, a unique flag festival rooted in history, community pride, and cultural creativity. In 2025, visitors can expect the festival to take place on Saturday, August 23rd (fourth Saturday of August), with a preceding celebration on August 17 in Malar village, followed by the […]
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2025
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi is a highly revered Hindu fasting day, especially sacred for couples yearning for a child. In 2025, Shravana Putrada Ekadashi will be observed on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Falling during the Shravana month (usually in July or August), this Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and holds deep emotional and spiritual significance, […]
Shravan 2025 in Goa: Dates, Rituals & Monsoon Festivals
The Hindu month of Shravan—called Sawan—is the most sacred period in Goa, deeply devoted to Lord Shiva. Following the Amanta calendar (used in Western India), Shravan in Goa begins on Friday, July 25, 2025, and ends on Saturday, August 23, 2025 Goans observe Shravan with deep spiritual discipline: Food, Fast & Lifestyle Practices Temple Culture in […]
Nag Panchami 2025 Date, Rituals & Significance
Nag Panchami 2025 falls on Tuesday, July 29th, during the Shukla Paksha Panchami of the Shravan month. In Goa and wider Konkan, devotees honor serpent deities during this auspicious time of the monsoon season What Is Nag Panchami? Nag Panchami is a traditional Hindu celebration dedicated to Naga devtas (snake gods), also revered by Jains […]
