MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES:
Are listed below
Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery
Archives Museum of Goa
Museum of Christian Art, Rachol
Renaissance Art Gallery
HANDICRAFTS IN GOA:
Pottery & Terracotta: Bicholim village in Goa is well
known for its pottery. Articles used in everydayliving are
artistically molded here. Bamboo Craft: Is another important
craft of Goa. Decorative articles as well as every day objects
are made from bamboo.
Coir Products: As coconuts are found in abundance, coir
products are widely used by the locals. Entire families
in certain villages engage themselves in producing articles
made out of coir.
Jewelry: The famous 'marquisette', 'green malachite', 'sand
stone' and the delicate filigree work used in shaping gold
as well as silver jewelry is well appreciated world wide.
Seashell craft: The artisans produce ashtrays, lampshades,
coasters, frames etc. from seashells.
Jute Macramé craft: Decorative articles like bags,
potholders, wall hangings, etc. are made from jute.
FAIRS AND FESTIVALS:
As the population comprises of Christians, Hindus and
a few Muslims as well, Goa is in festive mood almost throughout
the year.
Zatra: Auspicious days according to the Hindu calendar
are celebrated and known as 'Zatra'. Certain rituals are performed
and a fair like atmosphere draws crowds from in and around
the temple area.
Diwali: Marks the beginning of winter according to
the Hindu calendar. It is commonly known as the festival of
lights and the goddess of wealth called 'Laxmi' is worshipped.
Ganesh Chaturthi: The idol of 'Lord Ganesh' is worshipped
in most Hindu homes in Goa for a period ranging from 1 to
11 days after which it is immersed in water with much fun
and celebrations.
Christmas: A much loved festival worldwide is also
celebrated in Goa by the Christian population on December
25th. A traditional midnight mass to commemorate the birth
of Jesus Christ and the long awaited 'Santa Claus' brings
joy to the young and the old alike.
CARNIVAL:
Non stop fun for 3 days with color, food, drinks, music, song
and dance is how 'Carnival' celebrated. Each state takes pride
in creating artistic floats based on either social or cultural
themes. Large crowds gather around the city area either to
participate in competitions or simply enjoy watching. This
3 festival of 'Carnival' is then followed by the season of
'Lent', which means fasting and abstinence
SPORTS:
The most popular sports in Goa is Football: This sport arrived
in Goa in 1883 and the professional football association was
formed in 1949. Since then, Goa has produced football players
of international repute. To know the latest events in local
football, one can contact The Goan Football Association at
Panaji, Goa.
WATER SPORTS:
Being surrounded by beaches from the northern to the southern
tip of Goa, water sports lovers canhave a wonderful time.
A number of government and private organizations like hotels
and tour operators conduct water sport activities including
training courses at very nominal charges. Para sailing, surfing,
water-skiing, scuba diving, snorkeling, water scooter rides
are some of the water sports available in Goa. |
