By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
Annual Events
JANUARY
The feast of three kings- Reis Magos, Cansaulim & Chandor.
Bogdeshwar Jatra- Shantadurga Temple, Quepem, at Bogdeshwar Temple, Mapusa & Devki Krishna Ravalnath Temple, Ponda.
FEBRUARY
Feast of our lady of Candelaria- Christian festival held on 2nd February at Pomburpa.
Pop, Beat & Jazz music Festival – Kala Academy, Panjim
Carnival- Held across Panaji, Margao, Mapusa & Vasco.
MARCH
Shigmotsav- Panjim, Mapusa, . . . → Read More: Annual Events
By kenneth, on September 3rd, 2009
Varca Palms Beach Resort – Goa
About Hotel
Varca Palms Beach Resort, Goa is located on one of the most magnificent beaches in Goa with 27 kilometers of golden sand, just 45 minutes from the Dabolim airport and within reach of every major tourist attraction.
Highlights
Located on a . . . → Read More:
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
For those exploring Goa only once or more often, there is a lot more to be seen than the frequently visited sites of Dudhsagar, Fort Aguada and Dona Paula. isitors can explore Goa’s unseen, untapped enchanting locales which are the best accessed by tourist taxis operated by local Goan cabbies. As these cabbies have . . . → Read More: Quick Facts
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
Getting around Goa may not be complicated if you follow these few handy hints.
There are many ways to get around but the most ideal way to experience Goa is by a tourist taxi which is tourist insured and hassle free. For starters do not come with the notion of catching an Auto rickshaw to zip across . . . → Read More: Moving around in Goa
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
WORKSHOPS
WHEN: 8th NOVEMBER
WHERE: SUNAPARANTA, GOA CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
Reading workshop for children by Jugneeta Sudan… learning through power point presentational, reading and fun activities
Session 1: Black Beauty by Anna Sewell (for children aged 6 to 8 years)
3:00pm – 6:00pm
0832-2421311
WHEN: 9th – 11th NOVEMBER
WHERE: SUNAPARANTA, GOA CENTRE FOR THE ARTS
Glass Mosaic workshop by Shamoli Barreto (for children . . . → Read More: Happenings in Goa
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
Legend has it that Lord Parshuram, the sixth incarnation of Lord Vishnu, shot an arrow into the Arabian Sea to create Parshuram Kshetra of which Goa was one part. Known in the past as Gomanta, Govapuri, Govarashtra and Gopakapattna, this tiny state has a rich social and economic history that is reflected in its festive traditions, . . . → Read More: A Heritage View of Goa
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
1. Divar
The island of Divar is famed for Bonderam, the festival held on the river island on the 4th Saturday of the month of August. Bonderam means the festival of flags.Its high point is a mock battle to commemorate the property wars that took place here over a century ago. Its landmark is its Indo Portuguese . . . → Read More: HERITAGE SITES IN GOA
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
WHEN: EVERY WEEK
WHERE: CAFE MAMBO
DJ Nites (Different DJs every week)
DJ Nix
DJ Ryan Nogar & DJ Jay
DJ Yuri & DJ Jay
Guest DJ, DJ Yuri & DJ Nix
WHEN: EVERY THURSDAY
WHERE: CAFE CAPE TOWN
‘Thursday Blues’ with Elvis Lobo & Cliff De’Souza Live
09923325638/ 09657593449
WHEN: EVERY FRIDAY
WHERE: CAFE CAPE TOWN
‘Friday Funk’ with DJ Ajit, Best of Funk,
Minimal Tech House
09923325638/ 09657593449
WHEN: EVERY . . . → Read More: Parties at Goa
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
WINE AND DINE
O’Coqueiro
Alto Porvorim, Goa
Aguada Anchorage
Sinquerim, Goa
Charcoal & Cheese
Sinquerim, Goa
Leonaras
Verna, Goa
Hotel Avenue
Margao, Goa
Cafe Sussegado
Calangute Circle, Goa
Brittos
Baga, Goa
Exotic Palm
Calangute
The International Centre (Cafetaria)
Dona Paula, Goa
Curlies
Anjuna, Goa
SIONA World Kitchen
Palolem, Goa
Mom’s Recipe
Verna Industrial Estate, Goa
Martin’s Corner
Betalbatim, Goa
Zeebop By The Sea
Utorda, Goa
Mix Grill
Arpora, Goa
Sea Pebble
Dona Paula, Goa
Kala Academy (Cafe Area)
Campal, Miramar, Goa
Seagull Bar n Restaurant
Palolem, Goa
Balton’s Bar n Restaurant
Arossim – Goa
Fusion . . . → Read More: Goa Listings
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
WHEN: EVERY WEDNESDAY
WHERE: BICHOLIM
Bicholim Bazaar
Wednesday is the weekly bazaar day. Besides the innumerable shops, vendors from the surrounding villages bring their produce such as chillies, coconuts, onions etc for sale
7:30am onwards
WHEN: EVERY WEDNESDAY
WHERE:SIOLIM
Siolim Wednesday Bazaar
The Siolim Bazaar is a typical rural happening as the rustic folk specially the women, bring their village products for sale. You . . . → Read More: Shopping at Goa
By bhoomshankar, on December 22nd, 2010
Location
Goa is located on the Konkan coast of India, bordered by the state of Maharashtra in the north and by Karnataka in the east and south: The Arabian Sea forms its western coast.
Geographic Coordinates
Latitude – 28 Degree 38′ N
Longitude -72 Degree 12′E
Language
Konkani, Marathi and English are the primary languages. Portuguese, Hindi and Kannada are also spoken.
Ethnic . . . → Read More: Everything you should know about GOA
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