Culture and Tradition

Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception (The Church in Josh)

Clyde Tellis

Oct 4, 2021
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Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception (The Church in Josh)

Panjim, the current capital of Goa was the last capital before the Portuguese colony was liberated. The city has a number of cultural and...

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What is Bebinca? The history behind this Iconic Goan Dessert

Clyde Tellis

Apr 27, 2021
2 min

What is Bebinca? The history behind this Iconic Goan Dessert

When in Goa you run for the best Fish Thali and fresh Seafood by the beaches. What would you do if you want to take something back for...

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How Goa got its Name and Why Most Village Names end with -LIM

Clyde Tellis

Apr 21, 2019
3 min

How Goa got its Name and Why Most Village Names end with -LIM

Learn how the names of Goan Villages were derived and why many villages end with Lim

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Lesser known Secrets of The Royal Monastery of Santa Monica Old Goa

Clyde Tellis

Apr 7, 2019
3 min

Lesser known Secrets of The Royal Monastery of Santa Monica Old Goa

A brief history of the people that resided in the Royal Monastery of Santa Monica

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Clyde Tellis

Mar 31, 2019
3 min

Mormugao Fort high above Mormugao Port.

Mormugao fort has one of the best views of the harbor in Vasco, Goa. Sit atop the fort with the cool breeze blowing on your face.

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Take a peek into the Hippie Anjuna Flea Market.

Clyde Tellis

Mar 24, 2019
3 min

Take a peek into the Hippie Anjuna Flea Market.

Anjuna Flea Market also called as the Hippie Market in Goa. Find the most unique stuff from around the world and India in one place.

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Dance your way to Samba Square OR drink Fine Wine at The Grape Escapade (Goa Carnival 2019)

Clyde Tellis

Mar 10, 2019
4 min

Dance your way to Samba Square OR drink Fine Wine at The Grape Escapade (Goa Carnival 2019)

One of the fun things to do during the carnival is to be at the Samba Square in Panjim. Care for some wine? go to the Wine Festival

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Clyde Tellis

Mar 3, 2019
3 min

Goa Carnival 2019

The Goa Carnival is famous all around the world for its extravagant floats and merrymaking during the festival.

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Don't just go Travelling, Go Soul Travelling!- Chandor Trail

Clyde Tellis

Feb 10, 2019
5 min

Don't just go Travelling, Go Soul Travelling!- Chandor Trail

Soul Travelling, a company that takes up heritage walks and trips to dive into the history of Goa that is evident in the current day.

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Clyde Tellis

Jan 27, 2019
2 min

The Tale of Narakasura and Goan Diwali.

Diwali is a festival of lights in India. Goa celebrates this festival in a different manner. By modeling the demon the previous night.

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Best Fish Thali in Goa and All About it.

Clyde Tellis

Dec 30, 2018
3 min

Best Fish Thali in Goa and All About it.

Fish is a staple in Goa and the Fish Thali is one dish that is available at all parts of Goa. there are several things that go into a thali.

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The Art Festival in Goa you must never Miss! - Serendipity (2018)

Clyde Tellis

Dec 23, 2018
5 min

The Art Festival in Goa you must never Miss! - Serendipity (2018)

Serendipity is an art festival that is a treat to the art fanatics ranging from culinary, music, dance and painting around Goa.

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Clyde Tellis

Dec 9, 2018
3 min

What is a Roce Ceremony?

Marriage is considered one of the biggest events in one's life. Specially in India, the diversity of culture has brought about a variety...

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Clyde Tellis

Nov 15, 2018
2 min

Oldest Temple in Goa- Tambdi Surla

A holiday is a day spent to relax and unwind from the bustling work life. While most choose to stay indoors and recharge their batteries,...

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Making and Baking of the Daily Bread (Pav/Poi)

Clyde Tellis

Oct 27, 2018
2 min

Making and Baking of the Daily Bread (Pav/Poi)

The Portuguese have had a major influence in India. Goa was the gateway which led to some of the practices being followed to this day....

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Clyde Tellis

Oct 20, 2018
2 min

An Accidental Quest To The Mount

During the initial phase of planning to blog in August , I was still trying to figure out how I would be able to cover a whole freaking...

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