1984 to 2008 coconut palm wasn’t a tree in Goa!
For almost 25 years the coconut palm was not classified as a tree. But an amendment 2008 gave it a status of tree. Recent cancellation/neutralization of that change has caused a furor across Goa. During the amendment of the Goa, Daman and Diu Preservation of Trees Act of 1984 in 2008, the coconut palm was […]
Reis Magos fort – Defense wasn’t the only purpose
Reis Magos was one of the two (other being Aguada) to stand the siege by the Marathas in 1739. Now converted into a tourist spot, the fort has Mario Miranda’s beautiful sketches on a permanent exhibit. Built using Laterite stone it stands a testimony to the grandeur of the colonial past. Built in 1551 to […]
Trouble in Remo’s Paradise?
What incident sparked the whole situation Remo Fernandes is in right now? It’s a classic tale of ‘one thing lead to another’. The case has gained a lot of attention in the local as well as national media due to the celebrity status of the alleged accused. Information gathered through the media reports states that, […]
ARE THE TURTLES SAYING GOODBYE TO GOA?
Goa has a coastline that is 160 km long of which 60 km are sandy beaches. These beaches are definitely amazing for a nice relaxing day or a swim. But let’s look at them from a different perspective. Tourism is on one side and on the other side we have sea turtles. Specifically, the Olive […]
A SPECIAL SOUVENIR TO TAKE BACK HOME!
What happens when your vacation in Goa is over? How do you remember this beautiful land? Yes, there are pictures which you probably have taken but what if you can take something back home that not only reminds you of Goa but sets a whole new Goan presence right at your home. Taking a souvenir […]
Underdog fish takes the ‘crown’ in Goa
The underdog species has made its presence felt! Although the fish has a low profile, it does play an important role. After a long wait Goa finally has a ‘state fish’ to boast about, a very humble choice. Although there were many contenders for the post, it is this underdog candidate who took the crown. […]
GOLDEN COLLECTION
If you desire a Golden Collection of furniture and much, much more to brighten up your house, then you have found the right place. Golden Collection presents to you the latest trends when it comes to giving your home a revamp. Everything you touch will literally turn to Gold. Golden Collection deal in: Window items […]
Pakle gele re…!?
Why 14 long years? Why was Goa the last state to be freed from foreign rule in India? Even though India gained independence from the British in 1947, the Portuguese continued to control Goa for another 14 more years, officially leaving on the 19th December 1961. Many in Goa are puzzled by this question. Why […]
Dona Paula – fact or fiction?
Some say she was an adulterous woman, some say a lonely widow. How many actually know the real story behind Dona Paula? There is one quality that is repeated in all those versions; Dona was a charitable lady with a kind heart. It is because of this quality the villagers decided to honour her by […]
THE GOAN POINT OF VIEW!
Goa is viewed as a foreign land due to its distinct culture by other states in India. Being born in Goa your considered royalty or extremely lucky by the ‘Non-Goans’. This is highly because we Goans hail from a land who’s beauty so precious and adored so much that the status given stays to be […]
