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Rebirth of a Century-Old Bondvol Lake in Goa
After getting completely dry in 2016, the Bondvol or Bondava lake in Goa got a second lease of life when the citizens of Santa Cruz village started a movement to save it from destruction. Have a look: ABOUT BONDVOL / BONDAVA LAKE Bondvol, a 110-year-old natural reservoir in Goa, built during the Portuguese times, was […]
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Goa Walking Tour: Panjim Market Post-Lockdown Scenes
Since most of the lock-down restrictions have been lifted, and Goa is in “UNLOCK 4” phase right now, I decided to explore one of the main market areas of Panjim on a sunny afternoon. The place is usually pretty chaotic and filled with people. But due to obvious reasons, it’s not really that crowded. Be […]
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Panjim Walking Tour: Miramar Beach to Campal Gardens
A “no distraction” and “no chit chat” video of my walk from Miramar Beach to Campal Gardens, ending at a hidden beach with a stunning view of the Mandovi River. As people struggle to resume a normal life during this pandemic, the aftermath of months long lockdown is quite evident from the state of the […]
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Closer Look at Tambdi Surla Mahadev Temple, Goa
Nestled within the protected, pristine and remote environs of Bhagwan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary is Goa’s OLDEST temple: Tambdi Surla Mahadev Mandir. Situated in Sanguem district and about 65 kms away from Panjim, the village of Tambdi Surla acquired its name due the red rocks and soil found in its vicinity. After Mahadev temple at Tambdi […]
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Exploring Amthane Dam in Bicholim, Goa
About Amthane Dam Everyone knows that Goa is blessed with many rivers, lakes, beaches and natural beauty. But the lack of continuous stretches of land and varying topography often poses a challenge when it comes to irrigation of farms. To facilitate proper water supply for farm irrigation and for household usage, Goa’s Department of Water […]
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Morning Scenes at Panjim Fish Market
“YE KYA MACHCHI BAZAAR BANA RAKHA HAI?” (Konkani: Hea Nustecho bazaar kitem? ) Most of us have heard this phrase at some point in our lives either from our teachers or our parents. Fish markets are synonymous with loud noises and chaos. People shouting, horns honking and customers haggling. This little street of Panjim comes […]
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Cola Beach: Goa’s Best Kept Secret
Goa: the land of sun, sand and beaches. I have been lucky enough to call this place home for the last 4 years. During these years, I have explored many popular and offbeat locations across this beautiful state. Due to its popularity as a party capital and the hordes of tourists, domestic and international, which […]
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Exploring Lost Village of Curdi in Sanguem, Goa
“Once upon a time, there was a village”.That’s pretty much true for this particular village in Goa, called Curdi (Kurdi), which now remains submerged under water most of the year and reappears during the months of scorching summer heat. Sounds interesting, right? Although it’s not because of some natural phenomenon, and but due to human […]
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Scenes from Viva Goa Carnival 2019
Vibrant mood, happy faces, and colorful floats. That’s what Goa’s Carnival is all about. Here are some scenes captured through my lens.
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Christmas Scenes in Panjim: In Pictures (2018)
“Christmas waves a magic wand over this world, and behold, everything is softer and more beautiful.” ―Norman Vincent Peale Christmas surely spreads lots of joy and happiness in the air. In Goa, the Christmas Cheer is quite bright, vibrant and colorful. Panjim, being the capital of the state, sees the most hustle bustle on its […]
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