Chennai to Goa Flights

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Go Goa has undoubtedly been the anthem of the young and old alike. India’s smallest state lining the Konkan cost bordering Maharashtra and Karnataka is a cultural melting point since the sixties. Goa’s biggest attraction is its unending string of shimmering beaches that stretch along the Arabian Sea rightly gaining its name as the pearl of the orient. These palm-fringed beaches with its coconut coves and scurrying crabs are the most preferred destination of beach goers from all over the world. The hillside, the beaches and the quaint villages cater to the sensibilities of the backpackers, the beach bums and the party makers.

Sites of Goa

• Calangute, the Queen of beaches was made famous by the hippies in the 60’s and remains to be one of the popular beaches in Goa today.
• The Bom Jesus Basilica or the Basilica of the Infant Jesus constructed in May 1605 is a baroque style monument that holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier.
• Baga Beach offers non-stop entertainment from morning to night. The beach is known for the delicious sea food offered at the many beach shacks. Shake a leg or go club hopping during the night.
• Most of the river cruises cross the Mandovi River and this one to two hour experience is complimented by Goan songs, dance and music were the travellers are also encouraged to participate as they sail with the beautiful evening sun in the background.
• Dudhsagar which means sea of milk is a four tiered waterfall located on the Mandovi River in Goa and is rated amongst India's tallest waterfalls.
• The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary houses around 400 species of local and migratory birds. Situated at Chorao Island on the Mandovi River, this bird sanctuary is spread over a lush green mangrove forest.

Culture and Heritage of Goa

Although the unique and indelible mark of Portuguese influence is still seen in Goa’s baroque churches, majestic forts, carnivals and other colourful ceremonies this culturally dynamic state has over time given rise to its own impressive traditions, art, culture, language, music, literature, architecture and more. The state has turned into a millennial magnet with it diverse yet celebratory spirit while staying true to its roots.

Festivals celebrated in Goa

Goa celebrates and relives its unique past and cultural ties through month long film and fusion food festivals and musical galas.

Food Festival

If you are a sea food lover then book your tickets in November for the Goa food festival. This five day event is conducted near the beaches were local Goan sea food and other authentic Goan fare are served at the food stalls. The Grape Escapade held annually in the month of January is India’s largest wine festival and a great occasion for wine and food lovers to sample some classic food paired with delicious red and white vino.

Goa Carnival

The carnival is a three-day festival introduced by the Portuguese King Momo in the 18th century. The colourful carnival is celebrated to commemorate the 40 days of Lent prior to Easter. The festivities include traditional revelries, parades, floats and dance and musical events that are conducted across the state. Book your flight to Goa in time for the next carnival.

Christmas and the Feast of Three Kings

December is one of the busiest month in the city, and travellers throng to celebrate Christmas here. The festivities last from December 24 to January 1 and is celebrated by visiting friends and family and exchanging pleasantries.

The Feast of Three Kings is quite popular in the villages where little boys re-enact the arrival of three kings who travelled a long way with gifts for Baby Jesus. Participate in the festivities to get a first-hand experience of traditional Goan lifestyle.

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Traditional outfit of the people

A very colourful 9-yard sari called the Nav-Vari and the uniquely draped Pano bhaju paired with traditional jewellery are two of the traditional outfits donned by the women folk. The Christian women are seen in colourful dresses and gowns.

Languages Spoken in Goa

Konkani is the official language but English, Portuguese, Hindi and Marathi are also spoken here.

Music and dance forms in Goa

People here are said to be born with music and sports in their blood and music is an integral part of the Goan household. Most Goans would have grown up listening to at least one family member or friend playing the guitar, violin, or piano. Dekhnni and Fugdi are classical dance forms where women decked up in traditional attire dance to mesmerising folk songs and music. Corridinho a dance form performed in pairs accompanied by Portuguese songs and music and the sad soul stirring Fado are some of the beautiful examples of Portuguese influenced art forms here.

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Taste the heritage of the land

The cuisines are famous for its rich variety of sea food cooked in a unique blend of spices, coconut and vinegar. Classic fish curry and rice is the staple dish of the people. Bhali-pau, wine and vinegar soaked vindaloo, spicy xacuti, Khatkhate five vegetable stew, chouriço, variations of the iddli and dosa called the Sannas and Polle, Sorpotel, a sweet dish called the bebinca and the famous street food called the Ros omelette are some of the most famous dishes.

Transportation in Goa

Goa International Airport caters to a flurry of scheduled domestic and international flights services carrying tourist from India and all over the world. Privately operated and Government-run buses link major destinations and also rural parts of the state. However, public transport in the city is less developed so travellers might have to rely on hired forms of transportation like scooters, unmetered taxis, motorcycle taxis and auto rickshaws. River crossings are facilitated by flat-bottomed ferry boats.

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