Carnival in Goa

Goa Carnival is one the most important feasts and festivals being celebrated in Goa. This vivacious Carnival represents an important part of the cultural heritage of Goa. Introduced by the Portuguese, the name of this most eagerly awaited Goan festival has been taken from a Latin word that means 'put away meat'. This colorful festival originated when the legendary King Momo was ruling Goa.

Enhance your Goa Carnival tour by immersing in the festivities of this Goan festival that fills gaiety and cheerfulness in the air. Even those who love serenity and peace get indulge in this fascinating feast. It is advisable to do hotel booking well in advance before your Goa Carnival tour as at this point of time thousands of tourists visit Goa.

The carnival of Goa is a synonym of untrammeled fun and revelry. This carnival has attracted several tourists not only from around the country but also from around the world. This clearly speaks volume of this festival's popularity and importance.

The carnival of Goa is celebrated in the month of February for three days. This three-day festival means to enjoy feasting and dancing before the 40 days of fasting of Lent, during which eating meat is restricted. Huge colorful parades bring life to the streets of Goa. The carnival is all about feasting and dancing. The beauty of the carnival is that it will melt away your worries and stress.

The carnival ends with the grand dance held by the Club National located in Panaji on the third and final day. The carnival brings the enriched ethnic side of Goa to the forth. Goa Carnival tour will add zings to your holidays. Prepare yourself to be mesmerized by the beauty of Goa during carnival. Lots of fun, frolic and entertainment awaits your in Goa Carnival tour.

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