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Indulge in the carnival spirit at the kaleidoscopic Goa carnival

 


India is a land of million colors. Just like festivals, the carnivals are also a colorful and musical affair. The Goa carnival in this respect is one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year. Though the carnival was started almost five hundred years ago by the Portuguese it still holds all the charisma till date. Every year for three whole days in February the people of Goa indulge themselves in dance, music and exotic cuisines. Millions flock to this vibrant state to witness the fun that never seems to fade off during this time.

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Just like all carnivals the Goa carnival is all about the vibrant costumes and the great Goan music which can get anyone to their feet. Goa carnival has a great religious significance attached to it which adds more magic to this jubilant event. The carnival presents the last chance of indulgence before the Lent.

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Thousands flock to this paradise each year to witness the three day carnival which is loaded with majestic costumes, rich music and the great cuisines. Goa is a land which is renowned for its parties and beautiful beaches and with the advent of the carnival the fun never seems to stop at the streets. Visitors not only soak themselves in this kaleidoscopic carnival but witness the warm welcome that Goa has always bestowed on anyone who has come to enjoy here. The indulging carnival ends with the wonderful red and black dance at the state’s capital Panjim.

So just come and enjoy this great cultural extravaganza which combines all the different colors of India in this great three day event.

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