It has been so long now Mumbai features 3 colorful days of endless fun & merriments, exquisite dance & music and mesmeric festivity during Goa Carnival festival. One of the much awaited festivals in Goa, this remarkable fest lies in February month and is celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm by locals and the travelers alike.
This year, the festival falls on 9th February and will last till 12th February. It is the time when each corner of the state becomes alive and people of all ages come on street to become part of this celebration. One can notice people in enthusiastic mood, enjoying every moment of lively processions, floats and graceful dance & music events this fest has under jubilation. Earlier they were just the locals who celebrated the Goa Carnival, but today it has become quite a tourist attraction and sees masses of crowds coming from far corners of the country.
History of Goa Carnival dates back to around 500 years. It was inaugurated at time of ancient Rome and Greece. The Portuguese brought in the carnival in India (Goa) when they laid down their communities here. The word Carnival belongs to the Latin language, which literally means “to take away meat”. That’s why people abstain from meat during this festival. However, the visitors enjoy parties and other celebrations with inclusion of mouthwatering Goan cuisines and unlimited pleasures. People plan their trip to Goa during this time to enjoy cheer and happiness along with rich traditions of Goa. Today, this festival has become an intriguing component of Goa tourism and allures backpackers in hordes. If you too want to have loads of funs and indulge into rich traditions of the state, then plan your Goa tour during Goa Carnival!
This year, the festival falls on 9th February and will last till 12th February. It is the time when each corner of the state becomes alive and people of all ages come on street to become part of this celebration. One can notice people in enthusiastic mood, enjoying every moment of lively processions, floats and graceful dance & music events this fest has under jubilation. Earlier they were just the locals who celebrated the Goa Carnival, but today it has become quite a tourist attraction and sees masses of crowds coming from far corners of the country.
History of Goa Carnival dates back to around 500 years. It was inaugurated at time of ancient Rome and Greece. The Portuguese brought in the carnival in India (Goa) when they laid down their communities here. The word Carnival belongs to the Latin language, which literally means “to take away meat”. That’s why people abstain from meat during this festival. However, the visitors enjoy parties and other celebrations with inclusion of mouthwatering Goan cuisines and unlimited pleasures. People plan their trip to Goa during this time to enjoy cheer and happiness along with rich traditions of Goa. Today, this festival has become an intriguing component of Goa tourism and allures backpackers in hordes. If you too want to have loads of funs and indulge into rich traditions of the state, then plan your Goa tour during Goa Carnival!
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