{"id":611,"date":"2015-06-29T11:29:31","date_gmt":"2015-06-29T11:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/?p=611"},"modified":"2020-10-05T07:01:48","modified_gmt":"2020-10-05T07:01:48","slug":"goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/","title":{"rendered":"GOA: The Beaches State of India &#8211; An Overview"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Capital\" >Capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Culture\" >Culture<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Weather\" >Weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Lifestyle\" >Lifestyle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Costume_and_Ornaments\" >Costume and Ornaments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Major_Festivals\" >Major Festivals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Tourist_Attraction\" >Tourist Attraction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Kinds_of_homes\" >Kinds of homes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Famous_personalities\" >Famous personalities<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saralstudy.com\/blog\/goa-the-beaches-state-of-india-an-overview\/#Establishment_Date\" >Establishment Date<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduction<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing that comes to mind when one hears about Goa is the beach. Goa, \u2018the pearl of the east\u2019 has been a famous spot for tourists because of its age-old ruins, beautiful churches, picturesque landscape and beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Capital\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Capital<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goa is a state of barnstorming spots and its official capital is Panaji. Panaji is the main attraction for tourists worldwide. People all over the globe visit Goa for the heritage architecture, worship places and most importantly the beaches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culture<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The people of Goa are mostly Hindus, but a strong Catholic influence is seen in the monuments and culture of the state. People found here are very good at wood carving, bamboo and seashell crafting. Other important craftwork includes brass metals, wooden lacquer ware, embroidery, metal embossing, stone carving, soft toys and artistic weaving.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weather\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weather<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The weather in Goa is moderate. The month of May is hottest during summers and the coldest months are January and February. The monsoon season is from the month of June till September.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lifestyle\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lifestyle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Portuguese settled in Goa for a long time, which is why the lifestyle of the people has the influence of Portugal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major crops grown-Agriculture is an important activity in Goa. The main food crops grown here are paddy, maize, Bajra, Ragi, jowar and pulses. The main cash crops found here are coconut, mango, banana, cashew nut, pineapple etc. onions and chillies are also grown here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Costume_and_Ornaments\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Costume and Ornaments<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skirt is a common outfit among females due to strong Portuguese influence. Traditional sari is also worn by women on special occasions in a different style.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Major_Festivals\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Major Festivals<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The festivals of Goa are mostly Christianity specifically. Thanksgiving, processions, feast days, the feast of our lady of miracle (celebrated after 16 days of Easter) are some of the festivals of Goa which both the Hindus and Christians celebrate with joy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tourist_Attraction\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tourist Attraction<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The historical monuments and churches in the state show a harmony between Indian and Portuguese culture. The palm fringed beaches are the biggest tourist attraction here. Goa is the home to around a million years old beaches which are famous all over the world. Other famous places include the Indian bazaars, magnificent churches and the temples.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kinds_of_homes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kinds of homes<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The houses are beautifully designed with the brick art easily visible outside each house. People live in small houses that are not much maintained and the industries will rarely be seen except on the outskirts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Famous_personalities\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Famous personalities<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Goa has given birth to many of the famous personalities be it the freedom fighters, musicians or the political leaders. Mohan Ranade was a freedom fighter who actively participated in the freedom movement of India.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Establishment_Date\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Establishment Date<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On 30th May,1987 Goa was made India&#8217;s 25th state.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction The first thing that comes to mind when one hears about Goa is the beach. Goa, \u2018the pearl of the east\u2019 has been a famous spot for tourists because of its age-old ruins, beautiful churches, picturesque landscape and beaches. Capital Goa is a state of barnstorming spots and its official capital is Panaji. 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