GOA HISTORY
August Sweets and Goa’s Harvest Traditions
The staple food of Goa is rice, fish, and curry. Rice cultivation begins in June, the crop reaches maturity by…
São João in Goa: A Celebration of Faith, Family and Community
The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist is celebrated across the world with great devotion and joy. In Goa, however,…
Villagers turn to Prayer as Corjuem keeps ancient rain ritual alive
CORJUEM: Long before weather forecasts and irrigation systems became commonplace, the people of Corjuem turned to faith whenever the monsoon…
Portugal Day: The Enduring Legacy of Luís Vaz de Camões and His Remarkable Connection with Goa
Every year on June 10, Portugal celebrates its national day, officially known as the Day of Portugal, Camões and the Portuguese Communities…
The Silent Stories Hidden in Goa’s Heritage
Goa’s heritage is uniquely beautiful and deserves far more attention than it currently receives. Beyond its beaches and churches lies…
From Silent Altars to Lizard Legends: Goa’s Chilling Good Friday Rituals and Forgotten Traditions
Good Friday, the Friday preceding Easter, commemorates Christ's crucifixion and death on Calvary. It's also known as Holy Friday, Great…
Devott Tradition of Lent: Goa’s Vanishing Midnight Ritual of Prayer and Penance
Devott is a distinctive Lenten tradition of special prayers and hymns. "Papiyano, uthaath! Deemi ghalat, rozaar korat, ek Amche Bapa…
