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Fontainhas in Panjim is a<br />
perfect location to take a look at<br />
heritage houses now thrown open<br />
for tourists as heritage hotels,<br />
heritage restaurants, art galleries<br />
etc. Margao, Chandor, Curtorim in<br />
South Goa and Saligao, Siolim,<br />
Pernem in North Goa are<br />
perfect for heritage trails through<br />
the quaint towns and villages<br />
bedecked by heritage homes.<br />
GTDC conducts walking trails in<br />
Fontainhas latin quarter & on<br />
Diwar Island.<br />
CHARMING CULTURE<br />
Goa’s cultural heritage will leave<br />
you simply spell bound. The rich<br />
cultural heritage of Goa is a stark<br />
contrast to the rest of India.<br />
Goa’s culture has a<br />
combination of originality and<br />
influences with<br />
a riot of colour, costumes and<br />
creativity.<br />
Festivals are the best time to<br />
witness Goa’s culture when artists<br />
and artisans converge on the<br />
streets to showcase local and<br />
traditional dances, folklore,<br />
handicrafts and a lot<br />
more.<br />
GOAN<br />
GOURMETS<br />
This aspect of Goa’s<br />
heritage will surely<br />
sound tempting! One<br />
can truly expeience<br />
Goa’s heritage<br />
through its food and<br />
flavours. Goa’s cuisine<br />
is influenced by its<br />
Hindu origins, 400<br />
3<br />
years of Portuguese<br />
colonialism and<br />
modern techniques. The use of<br />
coconut, rice, kokum are distinct<br />
features. Added spice to it makes<br />
the meal really nice.<br />
TANTALIZING TRADITIONS<br />
The warm and hospitable, easy<br />
going lifestyle along with adaptable<br />
customs and traditions are other<br />
aspects of Goan heritage one<br />
needs to witness and experience.<br />
People are free to follow their<br />
respective religions, and attached<br />
customs and traditions.<br />
1. MAE DE DEUS CHURCH,<br />
SALIGAO GOA<br />
2. NILAYA HERMITAGE, ARPORA GOA<br />
3. PALACIO DO DEAO, GOAN HOUSE AT<br />
QUEPEM GOA<br />
4. MAHADEVA TEMPLE, TAMBDI<br />
SURLA GOA<br />
For more information and<br />
bookings<br />
P: + 91 - 832 - 2438830 /31<br />
E: reservations@goa-tourism.com<br />
WEBSITE : www.goa-tourism.com<br />
www.facebook.com/<br />
officialgoatourism<br />
@TourismGoa<br />
To download the APP<br />
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PHOTOS COURTESY: GOA TOURISM<br />
SEPTEMBER <strong>2016</strong> ||||| 9