Best Family-Friendly Resorts in Goa
Goa is a family place with beaches and culture and green and all that. Selecting a good hotel will make for a comfortable family vacation. The top Family-Friend Resorts in Goa provide security, ease, and amusement for every age. Here are some top family-friendly hotels in Goa for a fun getaway. Taj Exotica Resort & […]
Why September is the Best Time to Visit Goa
In September, though, Goa (known for it’s beaches, culture, and history) is a hidden gem. While many visit during winter or summer, September offers a special experience. Here’s why September is the best time to visit Goa. 1. Pleasant Weather September is the end of monsoon season in Goa, so the weather is beautiful. The […]
5 Popular Restaurants in Goa
Goa is known for its beaches, its nightlife, its seafood, and while it does provide all of those things, it also has some really good vegetarian choices. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Goa has many vegetarian restaurants that offer delicious and wholesome meals. From indian food to foreign food, these places have it […]
Modak: Goa’s Festive Sweet Dumpling for Ganesh Chaturthi
Modak, a cherished Goan sweet dumpling, takes the spotlight during Ganesh Chaturthi. These delightful treats, crafted from rice flour dough and filled with a blend of coconut and jaggery, are enhanced with the aromatic flavor of cardamom. Recognizable by their unique, pleated shape, Modaks are typically steamed to achieve a perfect texture. Ingredients for Modak […]
Shravan in Goa
Shravan, the fifth month of the Hindu calendar, holds special religious and cultural importance for the Hindu community in Goa. As the first month of the Chaturmas season, Shravan is a time for fasting and observing additional vows. In Goa, several rituals and traditions are followed during this period, culminating in the festive celebrations of […]
Celebrating Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 in Goa
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, known locally as “Chovoth,” is the biggest festival in Goa and is celebrated with great enthusiasm and grandeur. This year, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on the 7th of September, 2024. It is the most auspicious and important festival for the Hindu community in Goa, marking a time of devotion, celebration, and communal harmony. […]
The Importance of Fish and Seafood in Goan Culture
Fish and seafood are an important part of life in Goa. For years, the people of Goa have depended on the sea for food, and this has shaped their culture and traditions. Here’s why fish and seafood are so important in Goan culture. Daily Meals Goans eat fish and seafood every day. Many families have […]
Mount Mary Feast: Celebrating the Nativity of Mother Mary
Much like Farangipet in Canara, Vailankanni in Chennai, and Mount Mary’s in Bandra, Goa also celebrates the Mount Mary Feast with great fervour. The Feast of Our Lady of the Mount, also known as Mount Mary Feast, will be celebrated worldwide on September 8th by people of various faiths. This day marks the Nativity or […]
How salt is traditionally made in Goa
For centuries, people in Goa have been making salt using simple methods. They have taught these ways to their children, making sure the process stays good and useful. Here’s an explanation of how they do it: Starting Near the Sea Salt in Goa starts in big, shallow fields near the sea called salt pans. Here, […]
Ganesh Chaturthi: Food Rules to Follow During Fasting
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed god, with great joy in India. Devotees, especially in Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, celebrate with devotion and enthusiasm. Fasting is a key part of this festival and involves following specific food rules. Observing fasting during Ganesh Chaturthi purifies both the mind and […]
