The vibrant and spiritually rich Saptah festival of Shree Damodar began today in Vasco, drawing devotees from all walks of life. Observed a day after Nag Panchami, this annual tradition brings together people from various communities who gather to celebrate Lord Damodar with devotion, rituals, and a vibrant street fair.
Tag: Goa Culture
Get to Know Vaibhav Salgaonkar, the Illustrator Bringing Goa to Life
From doodling in classrooms to documenting Goa’s streets, culture, and heritage through vibrant sketches, Vaibhav Salgaonkar—better known as Artbybu—is capturing the essence of everyday Goa, one illustration at a time.
Hema Sardessai Inaugurates “Monsoon Expression” – A Cultural Extravaganza in Panaji
Renowned singer Smt. Hema Sardessai inaugurated “Monsoon Expression”, a vibrant program celebrating music, theatre, dance, folk art, literature, and visual arts, along with a painting exhibition. The event is organized by the Directorate of Art and Culture, Goa, at Sanskruti Bhavan, Patto, Panaji. Senior officials including Director Shri Sagun Velip and Dy. Director Shri Milind Mate graced the occasion.
Chikhal Kalo 2025 Kicks Off with a Celebration of Goa’s Culture, Devotion, and Culinary Heritage
Chikhal Kalo 2025 was inaugurated at Shri Devki Krishna Temple in Marcel on July 5, ushering in a three-day celebration of Goa’s spiritual heritage, traditional arts, and culinary richness. With music, devotion, and cultural performances, the festival reflects Goa's commitment to regenerative, rooted tourism.
Goa Unveils ‘Ekadasha Teertha Yatra’ to Promote Spiritual Tourism
The Goa government has launched the ‘Ekadasha Teertha Yatra’—a new spiritual tourism initiative highlighting 11 iconic temples across the state. Aimed at offering a culturally immersive pilgrimage experience, the program seeks to showcase Goa’s rich religious heritage beyond its popular beach tourism.
